POLITICSJun 19 · 05:22 UTCPOLITICO EUROPEDan Bloom

Now the Labour civil war really begins

Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield by-election has triggered a leadership contest within the Labour Party, challenging Keir Starmer's position. Burnham's allies are preparing for the contest, while Starmer remains determined to retain his role despite recent party setbacks.

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