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Andy Burnham Challenges Starmer: Calls for Labour Reform

9/25/2025

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Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, signals a bid to challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer, aided by Labour Members of Parliament.
He criticizes Downing Street for fear among Members of Parliament (MPs) and calls for changes.
He remains eager to be prime minister and backs higher council tax, a 50p top rate, public control of essential services.

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Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, signals a bid to challenge Labour leader Keir Starmer, aided by Labour Members of Parliament.
He criticizes Downing Street for fear among Members of Parliament (MPs) and calls for changes.
He remains eager to be prime minister and backs higher council tax, a 50p top rate, public control of essential services.