Greater Manchester mayor will not be tested in tough byelection or against PM for now, but can continue to pose speculative threat
Labour row erupts after Andy Burnham blocked from byelection race
With his return to Westminster seemingly blocked, on Monday Andy Burnham will get back to the two roles to which he has devoted his time in recent years: being mayor of Greater Manchester and annoying Keir Starmer.
The second is very much a part-time and unofficial role, but it is noticeable how Burnham manages to edge back into the media spotlight whenever the leader of his party is having a tough time.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jan/25/rebuffed-burnham-can-return-to-polishing-his-stature-and-attack-lines
Author : Peter Walker Senior political correspondent
Publish date : 2026-01-25 18:37:00
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