Burnham refuses to rule out challenging Starmer for leadership

Published: 11/20/2025
Burnham refuses to rule out challenging Starmer for leadership
Andy Burnham has not ruled out challenging Keir Starmer for Labour leadership, despite maintaining focus on his role as Greater Manchester mayor. Norwich South MP Clive Lewis offered to step down to make way for Burnham's potential return to Parliament. Burnham, who previously ran for Labour leadership, has faced speculation amid party unrest. Party rules require challengers to be MPs and secure backing from at least 80 MPs. Lewis expressed willingness to step aside for Burnham, raising questions about potential shifts in Labour leadership.