The markets are apparently less enthusiastic about Andy Burnham running than Labour MPs.

One of Keir Starmer's top cabinet ministers has said he will campaign for any Labour candidate in the Makerfield by-election but warned of the 'risk' of losing the seat and the…

The Greater Manchester mayor is hoping to return to parliament after a Labour MP stepped down, triggering a byelection

Andy Burnham has been offered a path back to Parliament after a Labour MP stood down, triggering a by-election which the Mayor of Greater Manchester hopes to contest.

Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham is making another attempt to return to parliament after an MP revealed he is standing down to let him compete in a by-election - and Mirror…

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The Mayor of Manchester has several obstacles to overcome on the long road to Westminster

Labour’s ruling body had faced intense pressure to allow Burnham to run, following its decision to block him from running in the Gorton and Denton contest earlier this year

The markets are apparently less enthusiastic about Andy Burnham running than Labour MPs.

Party’s governing body allows Greater Manchester mayor to run for selection as candidate in Makerfield

Greater Manchester mayor to stand for Parliament again but will face tough competition from Reform UK

Greater Manchester mayor to stand for Parliament again but will face tough competition from Reform UK

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The Mayor of Manchester has several obstacles to overcome on the long road to Westminster