Burnham eyes up ‘No 10 in the north’ as path to a coronation becomes clearer (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham is positioning himself as a likely successor to Keir Starmer, with plans to establish a 'No 10 in the north' if he becomes prime minister, following the withdrawal of a key rival from the leadership race.

• Andy Burnham is expected to move parts of the Downing Street operation to Manchester if he becomes prime minister
• Burnham's rival Darren Jones has ruled out a leadership contest, clearing the way for Burnham's potential rise
• Downing Street confirmed Keir Starmer will remain an MP after stepping down as PM