The key figures in Andy Burnham's inner circle (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham's inner circle includes key Labour figures who may hold significant roles if he becomes leader, following his by-election victory.

• Andy Burnham is expected to seek the Labour leadership after his Makerfield by-election victory.
• Key figures in his inner circle include Louise Haigh, Anneliese Midgley, Miatta Fahnbulleh, and Kevin Lee, who may hold significant roles in a potential Burnham government.
• Ed Miliband and Heidi Alexander are mentioned as potential allies or figures with influence in a Burnham administration.