The hard-Right rivals to Reform UK, on course to help Labour candidate Andy Burnham win the Makerfield by-election, were shown evidence of vile comments by those with party connections.

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