British government bonds, stocks and sterling fall
That concludes today’s live coverage.
See Mark Paul’s latest news piece to catch up on Friday’s developments.
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London Correspondent Mark Paul writes:
There is a running joke in Westminster about the shape-shifting politics of Labour’s Andy Burnham, the top contender to unseat Keir Starmer as UK prime minister.
Pound heads for worst week in 18 months as Burnham lines up Labour bid
Fears that Britain cannot afford Burnham as markets take fright
Andy Burnham cleared for by-election – but can he beat Reform?
Burnham return attempt jump-scares UK markets
Burnham spooks markets with pound nosediving amid Starmer challenge
Why Britain’s potential next PM is putting investors on edge
Andy Burnham allowed to stand for Labour in key by-election
What could happen next in Labour leadership challenge?
Gilt yields rise as Burnham gears up to challenge Starmer
Starmer ally says ‘no attempt’ to block Burnham from by-election
