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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Athena Stavrou

Andy Burnham would beat Keir Starmer in leadership contest, new poll reveals

Andy Burnham is the clear favourite to win a Labour leadership contest, as new polling suggests he would decisively beat Sir Keir Starmer in a race.

The current Mayor of Greater Manchester has made it clear he has his sights set on No 10, as he prepares to fight a by-election that would pave his way back to Parliament to launch an official leadership bid.

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