Burnham says he would seek to enter any Labour leadership contest

Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester Mayor, said he would seek to enter any Labour leadership contest if he wins the Makerfield by-election on 18 June. Appearing on a BBC Question Time special in the constituency, he stated his ambitions alongside Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon, who warned against using Makerfield as a stepping stone. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has resisted calls to step down after poor local election results, while Wes Streeting confirmed he would enter any contest and encouraged support for Burnham to ensure a proper competition.