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Labour focuses resources on Makerfield by-election while standing down in two Scottish contests
Labour has directed campaign staff and activists to Makerfield ahead of its June by-election. The party is not fielding a visible presence in Aberdeen South and Arbroath & Broughty Ferry, both scheduled for June 18. The Aberdeen South contest has drawn attention to North Sea oil and gas policy.
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Labour has moved MPs and activists to Makerfield for the June by-election while reducing activity in two Scottish seats also voting on June 18. Makerfield, in Greater Manchester, is being contested after the previous MP left. Labour sources told GB News the party views the result as central to its position in the area. Reform UK has also identified the seat as a priority.
" Scottish Conservative candidate Douglas Lumsden told GB News that opposition to new licences is affecting jobs and investment. Reform UK MSP Duncan Massey said his party supports expanded North Sea production.
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