News · 17 June 2026
Starmer offers Burnham top job to avoid contest
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is trying to head off a potential leadership challenge from Andy Burnham, who has ambitions to lead the Labour Party. Starmer has indicated he desires the Greater Manchester Mayor to be significantly involved in government affairs if he is to return to Westminster. Burnham is hoping to become an MP again by winning the Makerfield by-election, but Starmer insists he won't step down.
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