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Benefits rebels back Andy Burnham
Benefits rebels support Andy Burnham due to his leadership in Greater Manchester, where he secured around two-thirds of votes and addresses local issues effectively, officials said.
- Labour rebels are backing Andy Burnham's potential return to Westminster amid speculation over Andrew Gwynne's suspended seat in Gorton and Denton.
- This speculation follows Gwynne's suspension over offensive WhatsApp messages and discussions of a possible by-election to enable Burnham's parliamentary comeback.
- Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor and former cabinet minister, commands strong local support but faces obstacles from Labour insiders and a possible No 10 veto.
- A senior party source noted a deal could allow Burnham to stand after Starmer completes a full term as prime minister, though trust between sides remains low.
- If Burnham secures a seat, it could revitalize Labour's leadership options, but a by-election defeat would boost Reform UK and Nigel Farage's right-wing momentum.
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The Independent (US)An Andy Burnham leadership bid would hand Nigel Farage a massive opportunity
With Keir Starmer on the ropes, some are wondering whether the Greater Manchester mayor could make a comeback to save Labour, but political editor David Maddox explains why it will be too much of a risk
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Total News Sources6
Leaning Left3Leaning Right2Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Left
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left
L 50%
C 17%
R 33%
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