Celebrations and a swift exit after a Burnham win ‘beyond our wildest dreams’
After partying into the early hours, supporters were back for the new Makerfield MP’s victory rally which ended with a madcap escape
TL;DR
- Andy Burnham won the Makerfield seat with a majority of 9,231, significantly larger than his predecessor's.
- Burnham's campaign manager, Louise Haigh, suggested that Keir Starmer should reflect on the result and consider stepping down.
- Haigh confirmed that Burnham has a leadership campaign prepared if Starmer decides to hold a contest.
- Keir Starmer attempted to claim the victory as evidence of Labour's changing fortunes, despite facing questions about his leadership.
- Nigel Farage expressed disappointment with Reform's vote share in Makerfield, falling short of his expectations.