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Not least because Labour MPs have gained a taste for rebellion
Andy Burnham challenges Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership following a by-election victory, signaling internal party instability. Leadership transition uncertainty threatens coherence in government direction and policy-making during a critical period of UK economic and political reform.
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Andy Burnham may nevertheless find him a hard act to follow

After his by-election win he is set to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the party (and the country’s) leadership

Britain is not ungovernable—it just needs better governance

It is not just about Peter Mandelson

When rigmarole becomes reality

Britain’s prime minister understands the size of the moment. He just does not know how to meet it