Andy Burnham ‘will drop call to reverse Brexit’ ahead of Makerfield by-election

• Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has been approved to run for selection in the Makerfield by-election.
• He is expected to abandon his previous call to reverse Brexit, instead advocating for close ties with the European Union.
• This strategic shift could pave his way back to Westminster and potentially position him for a future Labour leadership contest.
• The by-election was initiated by Josh Simons' resignation from the Makerfield seat specifically to allow Burnham to stand.
• A recent YouGov poll reveals voters are divided on whether Burnham appears to be a Prime Minister in waiting.

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Burnham expected to drop call to reverse Brexit as poll shows voters divided on PM prospects