In just over three week's time voters will go to the polls in the Makerfield by-election.

The first Makerfield by-election poll put Andy Burnham on 43 per cent support, with his Reform opponent on 40 per cent.

The first poll of the Makerfield by-election put Andy Burnham on 43 per cent support, with Nigel Farage's party close behind on 40 per cent.

The Mayor of Greater Manchester is seeking to prove he can beat Nigel Farage’s party in the crucial contest

In just over three week's time voters will go to the polls in the Makerfield by-election.

The Greater Manchester mayor is Labour's candidate in the 18 June contest and is hoping to secure a return to Westminster with a view to challenging Keir Starmer.