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Who is Andy Burnham? The 'King of the North' who could replace Keir Starmer as UK PM after by-election win

Andy Burnham's decisive victory in the Makerfield by-election has done more than return him to Parliament after nearly a decade away; it has positioned the Greater Manchester Mayor as the strongest challenger yet to Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour Party.

The Times of India

Andy Burnham wins crucial Makerfield by-election, intensifying pressure on PM Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham's decisive Makerfield by-election victory has intensified pressure on Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. Winning nearly 55% of the vote, Burnham's return to Westminster signals a potential challenge to Starmer's leadership and Labour's future direction. The result is seen as a significant moment, fueling debate about the party's strategy…

The Times of India

What next for Andy Burnham? Five key questions after Makerfield win

Labour veteran is expected to launch a leadership bid, but some critics feel he is yet to clarify his policy positions

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Gilt yields climb after Burnham election and rise in state borrowing

The 10-year yield on UK gilts – Government bonds – rose by 0.05 percentage points to 4.81% shortly after the market opened.

Evening Standard

‘British politics set for fresh chaos’: How world’s media reacted to Andy Burnham’s by-election win

Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, placing himself as a challenger to Starmer

The Independent UK

Farage issues plea to voters who backed Restore after Reform by-election loss

‘I would say directly to them, what do you want?’ Nigel Farage said in a message to voters who backed Restore Britain in Makerfield

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham’s speech in full after landslide victory in Makerfield by-election

The former Greater Manchester mayor says this could be the ‘turning point’ for the country

The Independent UK

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John Curtice delivers verdict on Scottish and English by-election results

PROFESSOR John Curtice has delivered his verdict on last night’s by-election results as he said they will “reverberate around Westminster for a…

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham wins key UK by-election, setting up Labour leadership battle with Starmer

In his victory speech, Burnham warned the Labour Party that it had a "final chance to change".

Euronews

I saw all Reform’s weaknesses on display in Makerfield – Farage should be worried

From a hopeless candidate to botched strategy, this latest byelection defeat is telling. But for Labour, there is still a long and arduous journey ahead, says Guardian columnist John Harris

The Guardian - UK

Could Andy Burnham become Prime Minister within a week after huge Makerfield victory?

Former Greater Manchester Mayor Mr Burnham will arrive back in Parliament with a surge in momentum in his bid to gain the keys to No10

Evening Standard

‘Astonishing’ win for Andy Burnham puts pressure on Starmer to step aside

Size of Makerfield victory has many allies hoping outgoing Greater Manchester mayor will be installed in No 10 within days

The Guardian - UK

UK borrows more than expected as impact of Iran war takes toll

May figure of £23.3bn underlines challenge facing Andy Burnham if he ends up as Labour leader

The Guardian - UK

Watch: Andy Burnham calls for political change after Makerfield by-election victory

Andy Burnham used his victory speech after winning the Makerfield by-election to call for political change and national unity after being declared the constituency’s new MP.

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AAP

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The Guardian - UK

This major Makerfield victory has made it inevitable: it’s now time for Keir Starmer to step aside

Andy Burnham’s positive vision has struck a powerful blow to Reform – but the PM risks diminishing the impact by clinging on in No 10, says Neal Lawson of the cross-party campaign organisation Compass

The Independent UK

Voices: Is Andy Burnham ready to be prime minister? This is what our writers think – plus, have your say

COMMENT: Our writers weigh in on whether Andy Burnham is ready for the premiership – tell us what your answer would be below

The Independent UK

Here’s what Andy Burnham plans to do if he becomes prime minister

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The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: Andy Burnham wins Makerfield byelection to set up possible leadership bid

In today’s newsletter: The mayor of Manchester is set to return to Westminster after decisively beating Nigel Farage’s Reform

AAP

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AAP Rolling News Bulletin for June 19 at 1600

The Economic Times

What is Andy Burnham's 'Manchesterism' vision for the UK?

Andy Burnham is now a leading contender to become the next Prime Minister. He brings his "Manchesterism" economic vision to national politics. Burnham plans to devolve power away from London and give communities more control. He aims to reform social care and has a stance on immigration. His plans focus…

The Economic Times

What stands between Andy Burnham and No. 10 Downing Street?

Andy Burnham has won a parliamentary seat. This move fuels speculation about him challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership. Several pathways exist for Burnham to potentially become prime minister. He could trigger an early contest or wait until after summer. Another politician might initiate a leadership race. An orderly transition…

The Independent UK

Labour leadership battle looms as Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election

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AAP

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AAP Rolling News Bulletin for June 19 at 1530

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan warns Andy Burnham against harming Britain by not investing in London after Keir Starmer resigns

‘It's crucial that the new Labour leader invests in every part of the country, this includes London,’ says Sir Sadiq Khan

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