Voters in Makerfield are set to head to the polls on Thursday to elect a new Member of Parliament, following the resignation of the previous MP. The by-election, which has drawn 14 candidates from various backgrounds, promises to be a highly contested affair. With a range of issues likely to dominate the campaign, including the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and concerns over local healthcare services, constituents will be looking for a representative who can effectively address their needs. As the constituency's new MP will be tasked with holding the government to account, the result of this by-election is set to have significant implications for the local community.
Polls open on Thursday for the Makerfield by-election with 14 candidates vying to become the constituency's MP
