Would-be Burnham rivals canvas for support as favourite to replace Starmer sworn in (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham, the favourite to replace Keir Starmer as UK prime minister, is gaining support from Labour MPs, with potential rivals like Wes Streeting stepping aside, while others like Darren Jones and Al Carns are still considering their bids for the leadership.

• Labour MPs were canvassed by potential leadership rivals to Andy Burnham after he won the Makerfield byelection.
• Wes Streeting, Burnham's biggest rival, decided not to run and supported him, while others like Darren Jones and Al Carns were still considering their bids.
• Nominations for the Labour leadership open on July 9th, with Burnham likely to become prime minister if unopposed.