Andy Burnham insisted the brewing contest to succeed Keir Starmer cannot become a 'Dutch auction' to appeal to Left-wing activists.

Burnham was heavily critical of the current Labour leadership during his campaign speech

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Andy Burnham lashed out at the 'poisonous' politics of the US as he hinted at an immediate challenge to Keir Starmer if he wins.

Mr Burnham hopes to win Thursday’s Makerfield by-election and could then launch a campaign to replace Sir Keir as prime minister and Labour leader

A few ‘star’ new MPs had been promoted straight into government, but the rest hadn’t had an invite to Downing Street

Andy Burnham insisted the brewing contest to succeed Keir Starmer cannot become a 'Dutch auction' to appeal to Left-wing activists.

Streeting said “bond markets are not Bond villains and fiscal rules matter”, adding that they were the “precondition for an activist state”.

The former health secretary insisted he has the backing of the 80 MPs required to stand in a contest

Former health secretary is confident he can reel in the Manchester Mayor's poll lead for next leader

Keir Starmer praised Andy Burnham as a 'fantastic asset' and said he wanted him to have a 'big role' in Government if he wins the Makerfield by-election tomorrow.