Andy Burnham has been warned against taking the Makerfield by-election for granted amid mounting signs allies are plotting his first steps as PM.

Andy Burnham hinted that the by-election will pave the way for him to seize Downing Street as Labour descends deeper into civil war.

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is reportedly considering a snap general election if he becomes British Prime Minister. He is also lining up Shabana Mahmood as his…