Labour MP to stand down to allow Burnham run for byelection amid leadership row
Summary
A Labour MP, Josh Simons, has said he will resign, creating a special election that may allow Andy Burnham to return to Parliament and run for Labour leader. Burnham was previously blocked from running by current Labour leader Keir Starmer, but party support for Burnham is growing.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham wants to return to Parliament and become the next Labour leader.
- Keir Starmer, current Labour leader, stopped Burnham from running in an earlier byelection.
- Josh Simons, Labour MP for Makerfield, announced he will stand down, triggering a byelection.
- Makerfield is a Labour-held seat with a majority of about 5,000 votes.
- Labour’s national executive committee blocked Burnham's earlier attempt to stand.
- There is growing support within Labour for Burnham to have a chance to lead.
- Recent local election losses have weakened Starmer’s authority and led to resignations.
- Many Labour MPs, including some senior figures, want Burnham to get an opportunity.
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