The Liberal Democrats have announced the party’s candidate for the upcoming Makerfield by-election as Stockport councillor Jake Austin.
Councillor Austin was born in the constituency and contested the Greater Manchester mayoral election against Andy Burnham in 2024, coming sixth. He spoke of his pride at his selection, saying he would ‘champion the issues that matter most to people’.
Coun Auston 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.”
The party said coun Austin was born and raised in Hindley, and has lived in Greater Manchester his whole life. He works in fundraising and represents the Hazel Grove ward on Stockport Council for the party.
