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BBC Politics15 May 2026

Burnham cleared to run for selection in pivotal by-election

If the Greater Manchester mayor goes on to win the by-election, he would be able to launch a leadership challenge against the PM.

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Sky News Politics15 May 2026

Andy Burnham gets green light to run for selection in by-election

Andy Burnham has been cleared to run for selection in the Makerfield by-election following days of speculation that he will challenge Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.

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Express Politics15 May 2026

TalkTV names Andy Burnham's most formidable contender who has 'real integrity'

Greater Manchester‘s mayor is a step closer to challenging Keir Starmer for leadership of the Labour Party.

Express Politics15 May 2026

Trump warns Starmer must sort 2 issues now as beleaguered PM clings to job

The Labour Prime Minister is under massive pressure following a series of major high-profile resignations.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

British firm vying to build next Red Arrows jets collapses

Aeralis was hoping the UK government would award it a contract to replace the Hawk jets currently flown by the RAF.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

British firm vying to build next Red Arrows jets collapses

Aeralis was hoping the UK government would award it a contract to replace the Hawk jets currently flown by the RAF.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

How Rayner, Streeting and Burnham weakened PM in 12 hours of political drama

Three interventions by three senior Labour politicians made for an unforgettable day in British politics.

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BBC Politics15 May 2026

UK borrowing costs rise and pound falls as leadership drama continues

Analysts say the moves have been fuelled by concerns a Burnham-led government would increase government borrowing.

Express Politics15 May 2026

Labour faces fury over claim '£10.2bn in benefits handed to foreign nationals'

The figure deployed to Labour ministers has been disputed and called a 'significant overestimation'.