General · 11 June 2026
Starmer's team plans for Burnham leadership fight
Keir Starmer's closest aides are preparing for a potential leadership challenge, as Andy Burnham looks set to return to Westminster. Downing Street sources say the Prime Minister is determined to fight any contest, even considering sacking ministers who back Burnham. Last week, Burnham stated he would enter a Labour leadership race should he win the Makerfield by-election.
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