British love of silliness comes to the fore when politicians stand shoulder to shoulder with satirical rivals When world leaders are elected, it is usually a solemn moment, but when the Labour party veteran Andy Burnham found out he had won the Makerfield byelection , increasing the likelihood he...
Source: [Guardian International](https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jun/19/ount-binface-fox-raving-loony-uk-proud-history-costumed-candidates)