Starmer Allies Draw Labour Fury Amid Claims They May Block Burnham Running To Be An MP

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hosts the first roundtable of regional English mayors with Andy Burnham (R) Mayor of Greater Manchester, at Downing Street on July 9, 2024 in London, England.

Speculation Keir Starmer’s allies could block Andy Burnham running to be an MP has sparked intense backlash from some Labour figures.

A by-election for Gorton and Denton will be held in the coming months following Andrew Gwynne MP’s decision to quit parliament on health grounds.

While Burnham’s team has not confirmed it...