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The Latest Breaking News from Greater Manchester

Burnham to give speech on economy after Starmer resignation clears way to No 10

Two senior Labour figures may challenge the former Greater Manchester mayor.

Evening Standard

Anas Sarwar addresses his future as Scottish Labour leader after Keir Starmer quits

ANAS Sarwar has insisted that he plans to stay on as Scottish Labour leader after Keir Starmer’s resignation ...

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer Announces Resignation As British Prime Minister, Clearing Path For Andy Burnham

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday he will resign from his post and will make room for a successor, likely to be former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.

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How Andy Burnham, Keir Starmer's biggest rival, reshaped Greater Manchester and why he is called "King of North"

Who is Andy Burnham? : Andy Burnham is emerging as the frontrunner to succeed Keir Starmer as British Prime Minister following his return to Parliament. Having previously served in senior government roles and as Mayor of Greater Manchester, Burnham, nicknamed "King of the North" for his advocacy, has reshaped the…

The Economic Times

Andy Burnham will run to succeed Keir Starmer as British prime minister

Former 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…

The Economic Times

Andy Burnham confirms PM leadership bid after Starmer resignation; all about Labour leader who sparked revolt

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed he will seek to replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister and Labour leader following Starmer's resignation on Monday, positioning himself as a candidate focused on stability, economic growth and public services during a period of political transition.

The Times of India

Andy Burnham could be PM within weeks as emotional Sir Keir Starmer quits

The former Greater Manchester mayor confirmed he would stand for the Labour leadership shortly after Sir Keir pledged an ‘orderly handover of power’.

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Wes Streeting backs Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and PM

Former health secretary decides not to run, making Burnham overwhelming favourite to succeed Keir Starmer as soon as July

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North’ and frontrunner to replace Starmer as PM

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who is the current frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as Britain’s next prime minister. After losing two bids for the Labour Party leadership, Burnham focused on Greater Manchester, where he served as mayor and earned a “King of the North” moniker for…

France 24

Why did Starmer resign? These are the key moments of his chaotic two years as prime minister

Keir Starmer took office in July 2024 following a landslide victory at the general election but has since overseen a massive decline in popularity for the government as discontent with his leadership grew

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer steps down as Labour Party leader, says will remain UK PM until successor chosen

Keir Starmer has stepped down as British Prime Minister, with a new Labour leader expected before September. This follows mounting pressure and the return of popular Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to Westminster. Burnham, known for his communication skills, faces questions on policy and the nation's challenging financial landscape. His…

The Economic Times

After Burnham’s reign, battle begins for Greater Manchester’s mayoral crown

The influential role vacated by the new Makerfield MP will be fiercely contested by Labour, Reform and the Greens

The Guardian - UK

Top officer says anti-racism guidance has fuelled myth of two-tier policing

Head of Greater Manchester force rejects claims of anti-white bias but says he understands where it comes from

The Guardian - UK

Burnham, Starmer and the Labour leadership

Letters: Readers respond to the former Greater Manchester mayor’s defeat of Reform UK in Makerfield and his return to Westminster

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The Independent UK

Met Office extreme heat warning expanded as 38C temperatures in store

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The Independent UK

Greens name councillor as candidate to replace Burnham as Manchester mayor

Geraldine Coggins is aiming to build on the Greens’ success in the Gorton and Denton by-election.

Evening Standard

Manchester mayor race direct fight between Greens and Reform, claims Zack Polanski

The Green leader is set to launch his party’s campaign for the mayoralty on Saturday, while Labour is not due to announce its candidate until June 26

The Independent UK

Makerfield by-election as it happened: Burnham’s landslide win opens door to Labour leadership contest

Andy Burnham has won a landslide victory over Reform UK in the Makerfield by-election, a result allies say opens the door for him to formally challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership. The former Greater Manchester mayor took the seat by more than 9,000 votes.

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The Times of India

Andy Burnham emerges as new challenger for UK's Starmer after bypoll win

Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure on multiple fronts, from Labour's falling poll numbers to the growing threat posed by Reform UK. Now, another challenge has emerged much closer to home: Andy Burnham.

The Economic Times

UK PM Keir Starmer vows to fight any challenge after leading rival Andy Burnham wins big

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declared he will not resign, vowing to contest any leadership challenge from Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham. Burnham's decisive win in a parliamentary by-election has amplified calls for Starmer's departure, with some lawmakers fearing electoral defeat. Starmer, however, defended his two-year tenure and warned against…

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham's resounding win in a special election in Britain, in photos

Labour’s Andy Burnham, the popular mayor of Greater Manchester, won a special election for a seat in Parliament and signaled Friday that he will use it to challenge embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer for leadership of the country.

Evening Standard

Starmer ‘getting on with the job’ despite Burnham’s victory, says minister

Kirsty McNeill insisted there is no vacancy at Number 10 as she said Labour politicians should ‘crack on’ with their jobs.

The Independent UK

Andy Burnham’s speech in full after landslide victory in Makerfield by-election

The former Greater Manchester mayor says this could be the ‘turning point’ for the country

Evening Standard

Could Andy Burnham become Prime Minister within a week after huge Makerfield victory?

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham will arrive back in Parliament with a surge in momentum in his bid to gain the keys to No10

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham Makerfield by-election victory speech in full: 'Tonight could be the turning point'

Andy Burnham’s victory speech in full after he stormed to victory in the Makerfield by-election

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