News · 23 January 2026
Starmer Allies Move to Block Burnham's Parliament Return
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Keir Starmer's allies have reportedly launched a campaign to prevent Andy Burnham, the current mayor of Greater Manchester, from returning to Parliament. This effort follows news that Andrew Gwynne is planning to resign, potentially opening a path for Burnham to run for his seat. Burnham, who served as an MP for Leigh from 2001 to 2017, has been rumored to harbor ambitions for Labour leadership, causing concern among Starmer loyalists who want to avoid any leadership challenge.
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