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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 1 MIN

Burnham’s By-Election Could Shake UK Politics

from Manchester News Today | The Daily News Now!

Wigan’s by-election is heating up as voters head to the polls today, with Andy Burnham’s Labour bid seen as a potential leadership gambit against Keir Starmer. Fourteen candidates, from Reform UK to the Greens, battle for the seat — and the outcome could reshape UK politics. Results start rolling in Friday morning after polls close at 10 PM — stay tuned for live updates. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9db4215a201d3783

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