Andy Burnham hits back at claims he is plotting to replace Sir Keir Starmer as PM
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Andy Burnham hits back at claims he is plotting to replace Sir Keir Starmer as PM
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"The Greater Manchester mayor, who was the focus of similar rumours at the Labour Party conference in September, reacted with fury at the reports in Sunday newspapers over his alleged plans. Taking to X, he said: Quite a lot of rubbish in the papers today. Reminds me why I left Westminster in the first place! Former Labour minister Mr Burnham, who has repeatedly refused to explicitly rule out a leadership bid"
The Independent covers major issues including reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, sending reporters to investigate and produce documentaries such as 'The A Word'. The organisation emphasizes making quality journalism free to readers and solicits donations to fund on-the-ground reporting and investigations, including financial probes. Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham strongly denied renewed speculation that he plans to return to Westminster to challenge Sir Keir Starmer, calling reports rubbish on X. Burnham is said to have identified a potential parliamentary seat; his team declined to comment. Home secretary Shabana Mahmood did not deny leadership ambitions after a high-profile event.
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