Who is Andy Burnham? The man tipped to replace Starmer as prime minister (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, is now seen as the leading candidate to become the next UK prime minister following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation, after recent electoral success and advocacy work.

• Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is now the frontrunner to replace Sir Keir Starmer as UK prime minister after Starmer's resignation.
• Burnham previously ran for Labour leader twice, losing to Ed Miliband and Jeremy Corbyn, but has gained prominence through advocacy for Hillsborough disaster victims and regional governance.
• Burnham's recent victory in the Makerfield by-election and his role as 'King of the North' have boosted his political profile, though his national leadership prospects remain uncertain.