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Andy Burnham is the Labour leader – third time lucky for the UK’s prime minister‑in‑waiting

His rise this time seemed unstoppable – but Burnham’s route to the top wasn’t always so clear.

17.07.2026 10

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Eric Shaw

Andy Burnham’s big challenge: the route to succeeding Starmer is littered with obstacles

It wouldn’t be easy for him – but polls show Burnham is the most popular Labour figure with the UK public.

12.05.2026 30

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Eric Shaw

How to understand the row between Angela Rayner and Unite – and what it means for Labour’s relationship with the unions

Is the UK’s second-biggest union about to switch allegiance from Labour to Corbyn?

18.07.2025 20

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Eric Shaw