Labour MPs weigh up leadership challenge to test Burnham (opens original article in a new tab)

Labour MPs are considering potential leadership challenges to Andy Burnham, with Darren Jones and Al Carns as possible rivals. Burnham plans to address economic policies in a speech, while the leadership contest deadline is 16 July.

• Andy Burnham could face leadership challenges from Darren Jones and Al Carns in the Labour Party.
• Burnham plans to outline economic policies in a speech, pledging to follow current fiscal rules.
• Potential candidates have until 16 July to gather support for the Labour leadership contest.