Lib Dems announce Makerfield by-election candidate
The Liberal Democrats have selected Jake Austin as their candidate for the upcoming Makerfield by-election. Austin, a Wigan-born councillor, aims to address key issues such as the cost of living and support for local businesses. The by-election is scheduled for June 18, following the resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons.
- ▪Jake Austin is the Liberal Democrats' candidate for the Makerfield by-election.
- ▪The by-election will take place on June 18, 2024.
- ▪Austin previously ran in the Greater Manchester Mayoralty election in 2024.
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Lib Dems announce Makerfield by-election candidate13 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLiberal DemocratsJake Austin is currently a Liberal Democrat councillorThe Liberal Democrats have announced Jake Austin as their candidate for next month's Makerfield by-election.The Wigan-born councillor, who represents Hazel Grove in Stockport, will stand in the contest in the Greater Manchester constituency on Thursday 18 June.The poll follows the recent resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons.Austin was also the Lib Dems' candidate in the Greater Manchester Mayoralty election in 2024.He said: "We have a real opportunity to champion the issues that matter most to people - the cost of living, protecting our natural environment and supporting our local high streets and businesses."The other…
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