Sean O’Grady looks at the front runners to take the helm at No 11 – and the policy tweaks they might introduce – if the MP for Makerfield gets the top job

Rachel reeves expected to be axed as Chancellor if Burnham becomes PM

There was a muted reaction to Keir Starmer's departure from the financial markets - but investors will be waiting not just to hear Andy Burnham's plans for economic policy, but…

Andy Burnham is plotting a major policy speech next week to bolster his economic credentials as part of his Labour leadership run.

Three names dominate discussions about who would be Burnham’s chancellor if he becomes prime minister – but there could still be a surprise candidate

Behind-the-scenes lobbying has been ramping up with a focus on who would be the presumptive PM's Chancellor.

From well-known frontrunners to fresh-faced dark horses – who can expect big jobs under the next PM?

Andy Burnham could keep some familiar faces around his cabinet table

Big hitters such as Miliband, Mahmood and Streeting are seen as in line for the top jobs; others face an abrupt end to their ministerial careers

In our latest episode of the breakdown, Channel 4 News looks at how Andy Burnham could make the step to become prime minister after Sir Keir Starmer's resignation and, if he does,…

Speculation mounts as to who will make Mr Burnham’s top team as it appears likely he will enter No 10 next month

The Labour leadership favourite is expected to put his own stamp on taxes, pensions, and more

The same unions that previously helped Ed Miliband become Labour leader are urging Andy Burnham not to appoint him as chancellor. Kate Devlin explains why

Sean O’Grady looks at the front runners to take the helm at No 11 – and the policy tweaks they might introduce – if the MP for Makerfield gets the top job

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