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Burnham’s possible rise would bring Starmer’s problems with it
A New York Times analysis frames Andy Burnham as the likely successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, but with the same pressures: weak growth, populist momentum and a divided electorate
After Starmer: The Battle to Be Andy Burnham’s Chancellor
Wes Streeting, Ed Miliband and Pat McFadden are among the names being discussed as Rachel Reeves’ future at Number 11 comes under scrutiny
Starmer to quit as Labour leader, opening race for No 10
The prime minister says he will stay in office until Labour chooses a successor, with Andy Burnham already confirming he plans to stand
Starmer to quit as Labour leader, triggering race for next prime minister
Sir Keir Starmer said he will stay in Downing Street until Labour chooses a successor, with nominations due to open on 9 July
Starmer steps down as Labour leader as Burnham moves to replace him
Andy Burnham’s decisive Makerfield by-election win returned him to Westminster and positioned him for a Labour contest that could determine Britain’s next prime minister
Streeting warns Labour race must not become a pledge auction
The former health secretary said he would not make costly campaign promises he might have to reverse, as pressure on Keir Starmer’s leadership continues
Burnham’s Commons path opens, but Makerfield poses Reform test
Number 10 is not expected to block the Greater Manchester mayor this time, but Reform UK’s recent strength in the constituency could make the by-election a defining fight
Who could challenge Keir Starmer if Labour turns on him?
No Labour leadership contest has been triggered, but Andy Burnham, Angela Rayner and Wes Streeting are among the figures being discussed as pressure builds on the prime minister