In Makerfield for the byelection that could change everything
In Makerfield for the byelection that could change everything  
Podcast: Today in Focus
Published On: Mon Jun 15 2026
Description: Helen Pidd goes to Makerfield where the Labour candidate and would-be prime minister Andy Burnham faces Reform UK in a crucial byelection. With reporting from Josh Halliday. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus