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In The Room | Why Andy Burnham might not be ready for No 10

Andy Burnham’s camp is caught between euphoria and fear. After his victory in the Makerfield by-election and Keir Starmer’s resignation, the path to No 10 appears to have opened up for the former Manchester mayor.

The Independent UK

Bev Craig to stand as Labour candidate for Greater Manchester mayor

Leader of city council braces for bitter fight with Reform UK in byelection for Andy Burnham’s replacement

The Guardian - UK

Welcome to the Andy Burnham show: the Westminster frenzy sucking up the British media’s attention

Despite Friday’s awful rail crash, it was the PM-in-waiting’s journey from Manchester to London that dominated the headlines, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

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Team USA’s goalkeeper passed on Manchester United, the club that helped shape David Beckham’s career, for Harvard—and has zero regrets

Instead of joining the English club known for David Beckham, Matt Freese picked Harvard—but says the unconventional path is his secret goalkeeping weapon.

Fortune

Andy Burnham is ‘recipe the country needs’, says Douglas Alexander

Scotland’s Secretary of State said Mr Burnham has ‘shown himself to be a winner’ as the former Manchester mayor revealed a leadership bid.

Evening Standard

Sir Keir stammers to an end – can the King of the North restore UK stability?

Analysis: Manchester mayor Andy Burnham’s favourite record is ‘The Queen is Dead’; now he too could accede unopposed to power. Jonathan Milne assesses what it means for relations with NZ and the Commonwealth.

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Morning Mail: Andy Burnham poised for No 10, support for multiculturalism falls, Messi sets a record

Former Manchester mayor likely to be new PM after Keir Starmer says he will stand aside; Lowy survey says people are losing faith in the prevailing order

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Burnham laughs off Monty Python heckle as he’s sworn in as MP

Andy Burnham was sworn in as an MP on Monday after winning last week’s Makerfield by-election. Burnham travelled down to Westminster from Manchester earlier in the day, shortly after Keir Starmer confirmed he was resigning as prime minister. Burnham is widely expected to be the next prime minister after receiving…

The Independent UK

Manchester United overcome key hurdle in bid to build new 100,000-seat stadium

Land has been secured for the hypothetical ground that would replace Old Trafford

The Independent 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

Five things Andy Burnham might do if he replaces Starmer as PM

Burnham's political vision, termed 'Manchesterism', advocates for a blend of devolution and nationalisation, drawing inspiration from his tenure as Mayor of Manchester.

The Independent UK

Marlon and Jackie Jackson announce Jackson 5 UK tour dates

Marlon and Jackie Jackson will be taking to the road in Jackson 5 Live In Concert for four concerts, kicking off on 6 November in Manchester.

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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

Voices: Labour owes it to the country to put its leadership to a contest

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Whatever the considerable merits of the outgoing mayor of Manchester, we cannot be subjected to yet another leader thrust upon the public without what they stand for being properly put to the test

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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

The Economic Times

IND W VS SA W weather and pitch report: Old Trafford Cricket Ground weather forecast and pitch update

IND W vs SA W weather and pitch report: India Women and South Africa Women meet in a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Group A clash at Old Trafford, Manchester. Here's a look at the weather forecast and pitch conditions ahead of the match.

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.

The Economic Times

India face South Africa test in Manchester as World Cup campaign gathers pace

India Women aim to maintain their winning streak against a formidable South Africa in a crucial ICC Women's T20 World Cup clash. Following dominant victories, Harmanpreet Kaur's side, powered by Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma's brilliance, faces a South African team boasting aggressive batting and a strong bowling attack. This…

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The Guardian - UK

Bedtime blues: London ‘killing off nightlife’ as UK city with strictest licensing rules

Manchester, Birmingham and Leeds are experiencing after-hours boom as a result of more lenient rules

The Guardian - UK

Andy Burnham has shown that he can win. But can he govern Britain?

Having literally campaigned in poetry, the new Makerfield MP needs a summer of knuckling down to the small print, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

The Conversation

Andy Burnham is known as the ‘king of the north’. Could he become the UK’s next prime minister?

Andy Burnham has just won what might be the most consequential byelection in British political history. His win clears the way for him to enter parliament as a Labour MP and challenge Sir Keir Starmer to become prime minister of the United Kingdom.

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

AAP

Sky Blues drawn EPL champs first up after 25 years away

Defending champions Arsenal will host Coventry City to begin the new Premier League season, while fellow promoted side Hull City entertain Manchester United.

The Independent UK

Five Premier League 2026/27 games that could decide the title race

Arsenal bid to retain their first Premier League title in 22 years, while Manchester City will try to wrestle back the trophy amid potential charges from Liverpool and Chelsea

Evening Standard

Manchester United get generous start as fixtures for new Premier League season boost title hopes

Man United have tipped to be in title contention after finishing 2025-26 campaign strongly

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