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Makerfield byelection: Burnham’s decisive win sharpens threat to Starmer’s leadership – UK politics live

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Burnham hails a ‘turning point’ for the country after a resounding victory over Reform UK and Restore that may force prime minister Keir Starmer to step asideFull report: Andy Burnham wins huge majority in Makerfield byelection, paving way for Starmer leadership challenge Burnham brings in top economists before possible leadership runDavid Blunkett, the former Labour cabinet minister, has suggested that Keir Starmer should stand down after the Makerfield byelection.In an interview on the BBC’s Newsnight, Blunkett suggested that Starmer standing aside would be the best option for the party regardless of whether Andy Burnham wins tonight or loses. Continue reading…

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