Jake Austin has been announced as the Lib Dem candidate in the Ashton in Makerfield by-election
Austin was born in Makerfield and contested the Greater Manchester mayoral election against Andy Burnham in 2024, coming sixth.
He said: “I’m thrilled to have been selected as the Liberal Democrat candidate for Makerfield.
“Voters in Makerfield deserve so much more than the failing Labour Government or the divisive politics of Reform UK.
“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.”
