Andy Burnham’s allies ‘want Starmer to hand over power in September’ The Prime Minister has made clear he will fight any challenge to his position earlier on Friday. Evening Standard · Jun 19
Andy Burnham cares way more about his clothes than he wants you to know IN FOCUS: The new MP for Makerfield has spent the past decade honing a wardrobe that positions him as a relatable bloke who can see beyond the ‘Westminster bubble’. Katie Rosseinsky takes a closer look at the sartorial evolution of the ‘King of the North’ The Independent UK · Jun 19
Who is Andy Burnham? Starmer's successor and the UK's seventh prime minister in 10 years Burnham served as the Mayor of Greater Manchester for nine years prior to his emerging as frontrunner to succeed former PM Keir Starmer, who struggled with internal divisions and low poll ratings during most of his premiership. Euronews · Jun 19
Andy Burnham emerges as new challenger for UK's Starmer after bypoll win Keir Starmer is facing mounting pressure on multiple fronts, from Labour's falling poll numbers to the growing threat posed by Reform UK. Now, another challenge has emerged much closer to home: Andy Burnham. The Times of India · Jun 19
Labour will get no second chances to change: Andy Burnham’s warning to his struggling party Andy Burnham has won the Makerfield byelection for Labour, gaining 55% of the vote on an exceptionally high turnout of 58.7%. He won 9,000 more votes than Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon, in what turned out to be an unusual byelection swing to the party of government. The Conversation · Jun 19
Labour obsessed with internal drama, says Badenoch as Tories win by-election The Conservative leader hit out at Sir Keir Starmer as she celebrated victory in Aberdeen South. Evening Standard · Jun 19
What will ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister? From public ownership to devolution and the cost of living, the policies of the potential Labour leadership challenger will face intense scrutiny The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Starmer insists he will stand in any leadership contest, following Burnham win The Prime Minister is under pressure to hand over power to Mr Burnham, who defied recent trends to increase Labour’s share of the vote in Makerfield. Evening Standard · Jun 19
Starmer ‘getting on with the job’ despite Burnham’s victory, says minister Kirsty McNeill insisted there is no vacancy at Number 10 as she said Labour politicians should ‘crack on’ with their jobs. Evening Standard · Jun 19
Why did Andy Burnham leave parliament – and what is his political background? IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 19
Makerfield by-election – in numbers: How Andy Burnham stormed to victory in the decisive contest The Manchester politician has bucked a trend of declining support for Labour – and political allies will be taking note The Independent UK · Jun 19
Kemi Badenoch hails by-election win as showing Tories ‘working to regain trust’ The Conservative leader spoke out after her party’s ‘seismic’ victory in Aberdeen South, taking the seat from the SNP with a majority of over 6,000. Evening Standard · Jun 19
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 · Jun 19
Conservatives seize Aberdeen seat from SNP in historic by-election IN FULL The Independent UK · Jun 19
The National (Scotland) · Jun 19 SNP vow to win back Aberdeen seat after 'tough' by-election defeat The SNP have vowed to win back Aberdeen South from the Scottish Conservatives following a 'tough' by-election result
The Independent UK · Jun 19 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 Guardian - UK · Jun 19 ‘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 · Jun 19 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
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Andy Burnham Makerfield by-election victory speech in full: 'Tonight could be the turning point' Andy Burnham’s victory speech in full after he stormed to victory in the Makerfield by-election
The Conversation · Jun 19 Andy Burnham is back at Westminster: what this says about Britain’s changing political system Andy Burnham’s victory in the Makerfield byelection doesn’t simply mark the return of one of Labour’s most recognisable figures to parliament. With his clear ambitions to lead his party – and the country – it may also represent a landmark moment in English devolution. His thumping win – taking 55%…
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Andy Burnham says Makerfield win can be ‘turning point’ for British politics The decisive victory paved the way for a leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer.
France 24 · Jun 19 Starmer rival Burnham wins Makerfield as Labour leadership speculation grows Labour's Andy Burnham won the Makerfield parliamentary by-election on Friday, defeating Reform UK candidate Rob Kenyon and returning to Westminster after years as Manchester mayor. The victory strengthens Burnham's position as a potential successor to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as speculation grows over Labour's future leadership.
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Could Burnham’s win mean Starmer’s days in No 10 are numbered? Andy Burnham’s return to Westminster could result in Sir Keir Starmer being forced out of Downing Street.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 19 Andy Burnham wins huge majority in Makerfield byelection, paving way for Starmer leadership challenge Greater Manchester mayor says result represents Labour’s ‘final chance to change’, after soundly beating Reform UK and Restore Britain
Evening Standard · Jun 19 Tories claim Aberdeen South as SNP vote collapses Douglas Lumsden claimed the party’s first gain in a Scottish by-election since 1967.