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Andy Burnham will run to succeed Starmer
Published 22 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his bid to lead the Labour Party and potentially become Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's departure. Burnham
Synopsis Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his bid to lead the Labour Party and potentially become Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's departure. Burnham stated his intention to participate in the leadership process, emphasising a need for stability and a focus on key national issues. Notably, former Health Secretary Wes Streeting has declared his support for Burnham, potentially averting a leadership contest.
Published: June 22, 2026 โข 4:30 PM IST ยท Updated: June 22, 2026 โข 5:06 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his bid to lead the Labour Party and potentially become Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's departure.
Burnham stated his intention to participate in the leadership process, emphasising a need for stability and a focus on key national issues.
Notably, former Health Secretary Wes Streeting has declared his support for Burnham, potentially averting a leadership contest.