The move takes Streeting out of the contest himself and strengthens Burnham's position
June 22, 2026
Former health minister Wes Streeting has said he will back Andy Burnham to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister.
The move takes Streeting out of the contest himself and strengthens Burnham's position as frontrunner.
Starmer announced his resignation earlier on Monday.
Streeting quit Starmer's government in protest in May.
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We’re outside Downing Street as Wes Streeting says he will not stand in Labour leadership contest, and is backing Andy Burnham.
Both men have indicated they would want to be in any contest for the Labour leadership
Former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his bid to lead the Labour Party and potentially become Prime…
