Special election in UK could hasten rise of Andy Burnham, end for Keir Starmer (opens original article in a new tab)

A special election in the UK's Makerfield district may influence Andy Burnham's political rise and affect Keir Starmer's leadership as the prime minister's future is at stake.

• Special election in UK's Makerfield district features Andy Burnham as leading Labour Party contender
• Keir Starmer not on ballot but his leadership is affected by election outcome
• Election outcome could impact UK prime minister's future