Many see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in Parliament
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is viewed by many as a potential savior for the troubled UK government. However, he currently lacks a seat in Parliament, which he needs to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer. A special election in the Makerfield constituency may provide Burnham with the opportunity to return to Parliament and mount a leadership challenge.
- ▪Andy Burnham is seen as a leading contender to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid government turmoil.
- ▪He needs to secure a seat in Parliament to mount a leadership challenge, with a special election in Makerfield on the horizon.
- ▪Burnham has a strong political background, having won three mayoral elections since 2017 and served in Gordon Brown's Cabinet from 2007 to 2010.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onMany see Andy Burnham as UK government's savior. First he needs a seat in ParliamentBritain’s government is in turmoil, and some see Andy Burnham as the one to save itByBRIAN MELLEY Associated Press and PAN PYLAS Associated PressMay 16, 2026, 12:15 AM1:10FILE - Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Manchester, arrives a fringe meeting during the annual Labour Party conference in Liverpool, England, Sept. 29, 2025.
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