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Newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham promises to 'revisit' Inheritance Tax changes

Sir Keir Starmer's leadership rival says it is important family farms are 'listened to' as he commits to address business and tax rates

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
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Burnham Makerfield victory leaves him free to mount leadership challenge
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Burnham Makerfield victory leaves him free to mount leadership challenge

Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election after securing 55% of the votes and a majority of 9,231, almost double the size of his predecessor, Josh Simons. The victory now paves the way for his...

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