Andy Burnham vows to ‘change Labour’ in direct challenge to Keir Starmer
Andy Burnham has announced his intention to change the Labour party and regain voter trust as he prepares for the Makerfield byelection. He emphasized a focus on national issues where Labour has been failing, directly challenging current leader Keir Starmer. Starmer, however, has stated he intends to remain in his position and fight the next election, setting the stage for potential leadership conflict.
- ▪Andy Burnham aims to change Labour and win back lost voters in the upcoming Makerfield byelection.
- ▪He plans to focus on national issues and make life more affordable for constituents.
- ▪Keir Starmer has expressed his intention to fight any leadership challenge and remain as party leader.
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Andy Burnham said he would make his fight about that national issues where Labour was failing Photograph: Phil Noble/ReutersView image in fullscreenAndy Burnham said he would make his fight about that national issues where Labour was failing Photograph: Phil Noble/ReutersAndy BurnhamAndy Burnham vows to ‘change Labour’ in direct challenge to Keir StarmerExpected candidate in Makerfield byelection says party ‘needs to change if we are to regain people’s trust’Jessica Elgot and Peter WalkerMon 18 May 2026 14.33 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 14.35 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleAndy Burnham drew the battle lines for the future of the Labour party on Monday as the Greater Manchester mayor promised he would “change Labour” and win back the voters the party had lost.Burnham, who is…
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