‘Astonishing’ win for Andy Burnham puts pressure on Starmer to step aside (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham's decisive win in the Makerfield byelection has intensified pressure on Keir Starmer to resign as Labour leader, with allies pushing for a smooth transition of power.

• Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with a large majority, putting pressure on Keir Starmer to step down as Labour leader.
• Burnham's victory is seen as a potential shift in Labour's direction, with allies advocating for an orderly transition of power.
• Reform UK and other parties saw lower vote shares, while new party Restore Britain gained 7% of the vote.