Burnham set to be next PM as 322 Labour MPs back him in first nomination tally

Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: July 9, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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Burnham set to be next PM as 322 Labour MPs back him in first nomination tally

Andy Burnham, former mayor of Greater Manchester, is set to become the next UK Prime Minister. He secured support from 322 Labour MPs in the first nomination tally and is unopposed in the race to replace Sir Keir Starmer. The leadership contest is uncontested.

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