Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, seeks to stand in the Makerfield by-election following MP Josh Simons' resignation, positioning himself for a potential Labour leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Wes Streeting, who quit his cabinet role, and deputy PM Angela Rayner are also expected to contest the leadership race.
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Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, seeks to stand in the Makerfield by-election following MP Josh Simons' resignation, positioning himself for a potential Labour leadership challenge against Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Wes Streeting, who quit his cabinet role, and deputy PM Angela Rayner are also expected to contest the leadership race.