Liberal Democrats Select Jake Austin for Makerfield By-Election in June

The Liberal Democrats have formally announced Jake Austin as their candidate for the upcoming Makerfield by-election. The poll in the Greater Manchester constituency is scheduled for Thursday, 18 June.

Austin, a Wigan native, currently serves as a councillor for Hazel Grove in Stockport. He previously represented the Liberal Democrats in the 2024 Greater Manchester Mayoralty election.

Austin stated, "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 by-election was triggered by the resignation of Labour MP Josh Simons.