Labour MP in seat eyed by Burnham allies says she will not stand aside
Summary
Marie Rimmer, the Labour MP for St Helens South and Whiston, said she will not quit her seat to make way for Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor who wants to return to Parliament. She supports Prime Minister Keir Starmer and opposes a Labour leadership contest amid ongoing political concerns.Key Facts
- Marie Rimmer has been MP for St Helens South and Whiston since 2015.
- Andy Burnham’s allies suggested Rimmer’s seat for him to run in a by-election.
- Rimmer said she has not talked to Burnham in years and will not step down.
- More than 70 Labour MPs have asked Starmer to resign after poor election results.
- Labour’s national executive committee blocked Burnham from running in a January by-election.
- Some Labour officials said they might allow Burnham to run if Starmer loses support.
- Supporters of Wes Streeting want a quick leadership transition if Burnham cannot get a seat.
- Rimmer emphasized avoiding leadership chaos and said the party should focus on current issues.
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