Greens to Contest Makerfield Byelection, Complicating Burnham's Return Bid

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The Green Party will contest the Makerfield byelection, potentially splitting the left-wing vote and challenging Andy Burnham's bid to return to Parliament amidst a strong Reform UK presence.

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The Green Party will contest the Makerfield byelection, potentially splitting the left-wing vote and challenging Andy Burnham's bid to return to Parliament amidst a strong Reform UK presence.

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