Andy Burnham said the 2016 referendum could have 'played out differently' if he had not lost to Jeremy Corbyn the previous year.

The Greater Manchester Mayor's team today said he would not go to the country if he wins the Makerfield by-election and goes on to become prime minister.

Andy Burnham said the 2016 referendum could have 'played out differently' if he had not lost to Jeremy Corbyn the previous year.