Labour’s Andy Burnham wins special election, setting up showdown with Starmer to lead the UK (opens original article in a new tab)

Andy Burnham, Labour's mayor of Greater Manchester, won a key election, setting up a leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer amid party turmoil.

• Andy Burnham won a special election in Makerfield, positioning him to challenge Keir Starmer for Labour leadership.
• Burnham's victory highlights Labour's internal struggles and pressure on Starmer amid declining popularity and political challenges.
• Starmer has vowed to resist leadership challenges but faces growing calls for his resignation from within his own party.