Ashton-in-Makerfield, a town few knew of until recently, has potentially chosen the UK's next prime minister.
The kingmakers of Makerfield: English town braces for crucial by-electionOn June 18, voters will determine the fate of Andy Burnham, a possible contender to replace embattled PM Starmer.
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