Reform fears by-election blow as right-wing rival Restore hoovers up support in crucial showdown with Labour

SENIOR figures in Reform UK fear they could lose the Makerfield by-election because Restore Britain is hoovering up some of their support. Reform is in a fierce battle against Labour’s Andy Burnham for what could be the most consequential by-election in British political history. If Mr Burnham wins, he is expected to topple Sir Keir…