‘No other plan comes close’: how Labour MPs turned to Burnham with Starmer on the brink
Summary
Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing doubt and lack of support from some members of his party ahead of crucial elections. Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is preparing to return to parliament and launch a leadership campaign, with plans for major policy reforms and a potential byelection candidacy.Key Facts
- Some Labour MPs are anxious about upcoming elections and are reluctant to meet Keir Starmer.
- Andy Burnham is currently mayor of Greater Manchester and is preparing a government manifesto.
- Burnham plans to stand for a parliamentary seat through a byelection expected soon after the 7 May elections.
- He supports major changes like proportional representation voting and increased defense spending.
- Labour’s national executive previously blocked Burnham from running in an earlier byelection.
- There is disagreement within Labour about Burnham’s potential return, with some leaders opposing it.
- Bev Craig, leader of Manchester city council, is a possible candidate to replace Burnham as mayor.
- Some key unions are hesitant to support Burnham due to his political associations.
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