On a rainy morning, Makerfield’s gridlocked roads symbolize the political inertia that is Andy Burnham’s biggest obstacle.

A by-election in northern England could see Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham win a seat in parliament, and a chance to challenge Keir Starmer for the top job.

"Makerfield faces a choice between a Labour Party focused on jobs, homes, the NHS and economic growth, and parties offering easy answers to complex problems"