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Burnham ‘would not take a job in Starmer’s government’ if he wins Makerfield by-election
Burnham said he will stay out of Starmer’s government as Labour faces pressure over a possible leadership challenge and a Manchester mayoral contest.
- Andy Burnham will not accept a Cabinet role in Sir Keir Starmer's government if he wins Thursday's Makerfield by-election, according to sources close to the Greater Manchester Mayor.
- Earlier, Sir Keir offered an olive branch to Burnham, expressing a desire for him to "play a big part" in the Labour government and signaling a potential Cabinet invitation.
- Allies of Burnham suggested he is not interested, claiming he represents a "wind of change for not having been associated" with government failings and viewing the offer as an attempt to neutralize leadership challenges.
- Responding to potential threats, Prime Minister Starmer warned Burnham against launching an immediate challenge and stated, "if there is a challenge, then I intend to fight," refusing to walk away from his post.
- Meanwhile, Wes Streeting has indicated he is prepared to trigger a leadership contest as early as next week, claiming he has the backing of 80 MPs and accused Starmer of ignoring the party and Cabinet.
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Leaning Left3Leaning Right3Center3Last UpdatedBias Distribution34% Left, 33% Center, 33% Right
Bias Distribution
- 34% of the sources lean Left, 33% of the sources are Center, 33% of the sources lean Right
34% Left
L 34%
C 33%
R 33%
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