Burnham says 'tonight could be the turning point' in his victory speech (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election and announced his intention to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leader, needing support from at least 81 MPs to enter the contest.

• Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election
• Burnham plans to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leader
• Burnham needs support from at least 81 Labour MPs to enter leadership contest