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The Guardian Politics22 Jun 2026

The Guardian view on Labour’s leadership: Andy Burnham has a story. He must also have a plan | Editorial

Keir Starmer won power but never explained Britain’s crisis. The new MP for Makerfield offers a sharper diagnosis – and one that voters can understand Political careers often end when circumstances demand qualities that a politician cannot supply. That seems especially true of Sir Keir Starmer. On Monday, he stepped down as Labour leader, hours before Andy Burnham arrived at Westminster to take his seat as MP for Makerfield. Sir Keir’s achievements were real. He won a large parliamentary majorit

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The Guardian Politics22 Jun 2026

What could Andy Burnham’s first 100 days in power look like?

New Makerfield MP could get keys to No 10 sooner than his team would have liked – but he will need to deliver fast to succeed UK politics live – latest updates It was 3.30am, just after the Wigan returning officer had read out Andy Burnham’s 9,231 majority, and a close adviser to Burnham texted: “We will need to be ready a lot sooner than we thought.” Keir Starmer resigned on Monday before Burnham was even sworn in as an MP. Wes Streeting was out of the race an hour later. Burnham travelled do

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BBC Politics22 Jun 2026

Analysis: Everything points to Burnham becoming PM within weeks

If no leadership contest presents itself, Andy Burnham may not have to wait until September to enter Number 10.

The Guardian Politics22 Jun 2026

Keir Starmer’s economic legacy – in charts

PM said Labour had turned economy around – but his record on growth and unemployment appears mixed Keir Starmer used his leaving speech to lay out a long list of Labour’s achievements in office – but his economic legacy appears mixed, with sluggish UK growth and higher employment costs. The prime minister said his government had turned around an ailing economy, after 14 years of austerity. He said plans by the previous Tory administration to cut investment had been reversed and economic growth w

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Express Politics22 Jun 2026

Andy Burnham faces backlash over alleged betrayal of grooming gang victims

Everyone's talking about Andy Burnham's next move, but the real shock is the old silence coming back loud enough to crack trust for good.

The Guardian Politics22 Jun 2026

Starmer resigns as UK prime minister - The Latest

Keir Starmer has announced he is standing down as prime minister after days of intense pressure from Labour MPs, including cabinet ministers, following Andy Burnham’s byelection victory in Makerfield. Wes Streeting has ruled himself out of the running, so will it be a coronation for the ‘king of the north’ or could another candidate emerge? Lucy Hough speaks to senior political correspondent Peter Walker – watch on YouTube Continue reading...

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Guido Fawkes22 Jun 2026

Labour Wars: Who Will Be in Burnham’s Cabinet?

Guido members get exclusive access to Labour Wars, the inside track on what’s really happening at the top of government. Fawkes Friends and Premium Plotters also receive priority tickets to all our events, like our recent debate, Is Britain Broken, featuring Zia Yusuf, Fraser Nelson, and David Frost. Click here to become a member today… At…

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Express Politics22 Jun 2026

Brexit warning issued as Andy Burnham on course to be next PM

Founder of the Vote Leave campaign warns that the future of Brexit is at risk

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Express Politics22 Jun 2026

Andy Burnham's train to London to become PM just summed up this pitiful Labour government

Express reporter Adam Toms said the Makerfield MP's arrival in the capital was like something right out of a political comedy

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Express Politics22 Jun 2026

Keir Starmer didn't flinch over farmers or Mandelson - but one thing finished him off

Sir Keir Starmer didn't flinch when he betrayed farmers, installed Mandelson or broke his tax promise - but one thing finally finished him off.

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BBC Politics22 Jun 2026

Second Reform councillor quits party

Steve Lewis became a councillor for Reform UK in Wakefield after elections held on 7 May.

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