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‘King of the North’ Burnham notches decisive UK win, opening path to challenge Starmer
Andy Burnham secured a decisive 55% majority in the Makerfield UK special election, defeating Reform UK and returning to Parliament. His victory could enable a leadership challenge against Labour Party Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who faces growing unpopularity and calls for resignation.
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- Labour’s Andy Burnham wins a special election, setting up a showdown with Starmer to lead Britain
- Labour’s Andy Burnham wins a special election, setting up a showdown with Starmer to lead Britain
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