Why Is the Makerfield By-Election Taking Place?
People in the Makerfield constituency are voting today to elect a new Member of Parliament (MP). The Makerfield by-election was triggered after former MP Josh Simons resigned from his position.
Makerfield, located in Greater Manchester, now needs a new representative in Parliament. A total of 14 candidates are contesting the seat.
Makerfield Voters Cast Their Ballots
More than 30 polling stations across the Makerfield constituency opened at 7:00 am and will remain open until 10:00 pm.
When Will the Makerfield By-Election Result Be Announced?
After voting closes, election officials will begin counting ballot papers. The result of the Makerfield by-election is expected to be announced on Friday. read more
Voter ID Rules for the Makerfield MP Election
People voting in the Makerfield by-election must bring valid photo identification to the polling station.
Accepted Forms of Photo ID
Accepted identification includes:
- Passport
- Driving licence
- Bus pass
- Blue Badge
- Voter Authority Certificate
- Voters can still use expired photo IDs if the photograph clearly matches their appearance. Election officials do not accept photocopies of identification documents.
Other UK By-Elections Taking Place Today
Makerfield is one of three Westminster constituencies holding by-elections today. Voters in Arbroath and Broughty Ferry and Aberdeen South are also casting ballots after their former MPs stepped down to take up roles in the Scottish Parliament. know more
Candidates in the Makerfield By-Election
Full List of Makerfield By-Election Candidates
- Jake Austin (Liberal Democrats)
- Count Binface (Count Binface Party)
- Andy Burnham (Labour and Co-operative Party)
- Dan Clarke (Libertarian Party)
- John Dyer (Independent)
- Ed Gemmell (Climate Party)
- Paul Gould (Independent)
- Alan “Howlin” Laud Hope (Official Monster Raving Loony Party)
- Robert Kenyon (Reform UK)
- Robert Pownall (Independent)
- Rebecca Shepherd (Restore Britain)
- Sarah Wakefield (Green Party)
- Peter Ward (Rejoin EU)
- Michael Winstanley (Conservative Party)
What the Makerfield By-Election Means for Local Voters
The Makerfield by-election will decide who represents the constituency in Parliament following the resignation of Josh Simons. Voters in Makerfield now have the opportunity to choose a new MP who will speak for the area at Westminster.
