Andy Burnham could implement radical policies if he is made Prime Minister though he still faces hurdles ahead.

Sir Keir Starmer confirmed that Andy Burnham would be given a Cabinet role as he said he had “spoken to him many times in recent weeks”.

Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election, positioning himself for a Labour leadership challenge. Leadership challenge by 2026 at 90% NO.

Burnham has won the Makerfield by-election. Just how much could he cost us if he goes on to become prime minister?

Former Manchester mayor had made it clear he would challenge Sir Keir Starmer if he won the Makerfield by-election

The nation could have a new prime minister within weeks after the Makerfield by-election

Andy Burnham has won a parliamentary seat. This move fuels speculation about him challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Several pathways exist for Burnham to potentially…

Andy Burnham is now a leading contender to become the next Prime Minister. He brings his "Manchesterism" economic vision to national politics. Burnham plans to devolve power away…

The new Makerfield MP is one step closer to No 10 – but can he turn things around in only three years?

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After winning the Makerfield byelection, the returning Labour MP faces a number of scenarios in his bid to replace Keir Starmer

Keir Starmer could reflect on the scale of Burnham’s win and step down immediately. He could also put up a fight

The scale of his by-election victory is the only card Andy Burnham has to play. Is a snap election on the cards?

From public ownership to devolution and the cost of living, the policies of the potential Labour leadership challenger will face intense scrutiny

Former Greater Manchester mayor's victory in the Makerfield by-election could have monumental consequences for the country

As the Manchester mayor searches for a path towards becoming Prime Minister, City AM sketches out what a Burnham government would look like.

Andy Burnham outlined changes in the economy, industry and education ahead of a likely leadership challenge

From hints of income tax to reducing the welfare bill, here's what an Andy Burnham premiership could look like

Andy Burnham could implement radical policies if he is made Prime Minister though he still faces hurdles ahead.

Andy Burnham, Manchester’s mayor, prepares to challenge Keir Starmer—and is likely to win.