Editorial: Whatever the considerable merits of the outgoing mayor of Manchester, we cannot be subjected to yet another leader thrust upon the public without what they stand for being properly put to the test

Burnham's career has taken him parliament to the mayor's office in Greater Manchester and back again. Now, he faces his greatest political test.

Andy Burnham, a British Labour lifer, is soon expected to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the country's top job, after re-entering the House of Commons via a by-election.

The mayor of Greater Manchester, who has vowed a leadership challenge to replace Starmer as prime minister, has come a step closer to power by securing a seat in Parliament.

Burnham's victory cements his status as the top contender to replace Keir Starmer as leader of the Labour Party and the country.

The Manchester mayor convincingly won a poll that means he can return to parliament and challenge Keir Starmer for the top job.

During a month-long campaign, Burnham has acted like a prime minister-in-waiting, explaining policies for a potential future government.

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

Thursday's election victory by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham could be a catalyst for change atop Britain's leadership.

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Editorial: Andy Burnham has shown Labour can beat Reform. He must show that his promise of change is a programme, not another slogan for power

Andy Burnham promises “change” and sets himself up as a champion of those who feel alienated from Westminster

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is poised to challenge Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the country’s premiership on his return to parliament after winning a…

Editorial: Whatever the considerable merits of the outgoing mayor of Manchester, we cannot be subjected to yet another leader thrust upon the public without what they stand for…

The embattled British prime minister is widely expected to announce a plan for his exit just as his likely successor, Andy Burnham, arrives in Westminster.

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Andy Burnham, dubbed King of the North, gained recognition as Greater Manchester mayor, challenging London-centric policies and emerging as a potential successor to Keir Starmer.

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