A statement win in Makerfield has given Andy Burnham a chance to take on Sir Keir Starmer and become prime minister. What do voters now expect from their new MP? Dan Haygarth finds out

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Thursday's contest could pave the way for Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to challenge Keir Starmer's premiership.