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The Bunker – News without the nonsense

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Impending By-Election and Labour's Strategic Challenge

This chapter examines the upcoming by-election in Runcorn, focusing on Labour MP Mike Amesbury's shift to independent status following his guilty plea. The discussion highlights Labour's challenges in retaining their seat amid potential threats from Reform and Conservative candidates, as well as the broader implications of government unpopularity.

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