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Clive Lewis Sparks Leadership Speculation Amid Starmer's Stance

11/20/2025

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Labour MP Clive Lewis would resign his Norwich South seat to let Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester Mayor, challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership.
He later said he has no plans to stand down.
Speculation over Burnham's bid has risen as Starmer's position appears untenable, Lewis says.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the comments.
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed he will lead Labour into the next general election.

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Labour MP Clive Lewis would resign his Norwich South seat to let Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester Mayor, challenge Sir Keir Starmer for Labour leadership.
He later said he has no plans to stand down.
Speculation over Burnham's bid has risen as Starmer's position appears untenable, Lewis says.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the comments.
Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed he will lead Labour into the next general election.