What would ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister?
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Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, won a special election in Makerfield and returned to Parliament after nine years away. His victory signals that he could potentially challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for Labour party leadership. The election result has been interpreted as having broader implications for the party's future direction and its relationship with voters.
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From public ownership, to devolution and the cost of living, the policies of the potential Labour leadership challenger will face intense scrutiny
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Andy Burnham’s victory in Makerfield sets up a battle for Downing Street. Allies of the outgoing Greater Manchester mayor want him to be installed as prime minister as quickly and painlessly as possible, while those close to Keir Starmer want the Labour leader to fight on.
If he does become prime minister, Burnham will be expected to deliver on the “change” he promised after his win on Thursday night. But what would that look like, and what policies would his government be likely to pursue?
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