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Greens split over how hard to challenge Burnham in Makerfield byelection

Some in party fear all-out campaign could boost Reform UK chances

The Greens are locked in an internal debate about how hard to challenge Andy Burnham in the Makerfield byelection, with some worried about allowing Reform UK to win and others wanting the party to go all out.

While characterised by insiders as “very civilised”, the discussion has highlighted existing differences between Greens who believe concessions can be won from Labour through informal cooperation and others – including some newer leftwing activists – who argue it achieves little.

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May 18, 2026 Andy Burnham Green party Labour
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Greens split over how hard to challenge Burnham in Makerfield byelection Andy Burnham May 18, 2026 Greens split over how hard to challenge Burnham in Makerfield byelection Some in party fear all-out campaign could boost Reform UK chancesThe Greens are locked in an internal debate about how hard to challenge Andy Burnham in the Makerfield byelection, with some worried about allowing Refo...
Greens split over how hard to challenge Burnham in Makerfield byelection

Some in party fear all-out campaign could boost Reform UK chancesThe Greens are locked in an internal debate about how hard to challenge Andy Burnham in the Makerfield byelection, with some worried about allowing Refo...

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