Andy Burnham wins Greater Manchester byelection with 54.5 percent of the vote
Andy Burnham won a decisive byelection on Friday, capturing 54.5 percent of the vote in Greater Manchester amid speculation about his leadership ambitions. Despite support from Labour insiders, Burnham has not yet challenged Prime Minister Keir Starmer, leaving uncertainty in a party facing election turmoil. The government is currently paralyzed, facing significant public and economic issues.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 04:07 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 04:10 UTC
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