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BBC Question Time bombshell for Sir Keir Starmer over Labour leadership
- Burnham stated he would consider joining the Labour leadership race if Makerfield voters back him, potentially challenging Starmer.
- He said he would need the backing of the Parliamentary Labour Party to pursue a bid.
- Burnham argued Westminster is ‘party first rather than place first’ and called for a more collaborative approach.
- The Makerfield by-election, triggered by Josh Simons’ resignation, features 14 candidates and a potential race with Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon.
- Burnham suggested Wes Streeting appears to be launching a leadership bid, influencing the dynamics of the contest.
- Burnham rejected calls for a snap general election if he becomes prime minister, according to a spokesperson.
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