Politics · 19 June 2026

Reform UK's Makerfield defeat worries Farage

Reform UK's significant defeat in the Makerfield by-election is a major setback for Nigel Farage and his party. Labour's Andy Burnham won the seat, with Reform UK's Robert Kenyon losing by more than 9,000 votes. This loss in a "very winnable constituency" suggests Reform is losing political momentum, partly due to vote splitting by Restore Britain.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 June 2026 at 9:23

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