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Final push for votes in high stakes Makerfield by-election
Candidates are making their final pitch for votes in the Makerfield by-election in a contest that could determine who becomes the next prime minister. New...
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PM sends Burnham and Labour warning over leadership contest
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Troubles bill risks helping IRA goals, says ex-minister Carns
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Judge who had sex in courthouse exits Georgia election records case
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Streeting warns against 'expensive' Labour leadership pledges
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Labour activist admits vote rigging offence
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Watch: Defence spending plans fall well short, says Healey
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Polls open on Thursday for the Makerfield by-election
Polls open on Thursday for the Makerfield by-election with 14 candidates vying to become the constituency's MP Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...