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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has attempted to keep Labour united by dismissing talk of a leadership challenge and praising Andy Burnham’s mayoral performance.
Burnham sparked renewed political conversation by refusing to rule out future leadership ambitions. His comments come at a sensitive political moment.
Starmer, speaking en route to Johannesburg, emphasised Burnham’s vital role during the Manchester synagogue attack response.
He condemned rumours involving Wes Streeting, urging MPs to focus instead on economic hardship affecting millions.
Burnham denied initiating any leadership move but said the future remains unpredictable, increasing speculation around his eventual plans.