Starmer says he will stand in any Labour leadership contest against Burnham
Summary
Keir Starmer said he will compete in any Labour leadership contest that happens after Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with 55% of the vote. Burnham’s supporters hoped Starmer would step aside, but Starmer confirmed he plans to stay in the race.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with 55% of the vote.
- Burnham said the result shows people want change and more power for northern England.
- Some Burnham supporters wanted Starmer not to run in a possible Labour leadership contest.
- Keir Starmer said he will stand in any leadership contest and will not quit.
- As the current Labour leader, Starmer would automatically appear on the leadership ballot if he runs.
- Starmer made his comments at an event in north London.
- The leadership contest could become a longer and more difficult fight between Starmer and Burnham.
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