Starmer says he will campaign for Burnham in Makerfield
Summary
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he will campaign for Labour candidate Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election on June 18. Burnham is expected to challenge Starmer for Labour leadership if he becomes an MP, but Starmer called for unity in the campaign against the Reform UK party.Key Facts
- The Makerfield by-election will take place on June 18 in Greater Manchester.
- Sir Keir Starmer plans to campaign for Andy Burnham, Labour’s candidate there.
- Andy Burnham is seen as a potential rival for Labour party leadership.
- Starmer urged the Labour Party to unite and focus on beating Reform UK.
- Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is actively campaigning in Makerfield.
- The Green Party is searching for a new candidate after its initial choice withdrew.
- Labour suffered recent losses in Welsh and English local elections.
- Starmer faced calls to resign after health secretary Wes Streeting quit criticizing government direction.
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