Andy Burnham is poised to become Britain's next prime minister unopposed as potential rival Darren Jones declared he won't run. Meanwhile, outgoing leader Keir Starmer, seeking to solidify his legacy, heads to Berlin for crucial talks on Ukraine and the Middle East. Burnham, a former Greater Manchester mayor, secured a parliamentary seat last week, setting his sights on the Labour leadership.

Burnham is currently the mayor of Greater Manchester and is seen as Keir Starmer’s biggest rival in the Labour Party. | World News

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed he will seek to replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister and Labour leader following Starmer's resignation on Monday,…

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has announced his bid to lead the Labour Party and potentially become Prime Minister, following Keir Starmer's departure. Burnham…

The former Greater Manchester mayor is a recently added MP

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