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Mikey’s Penny for your Poll: Would Andy Burnham Be a Better Prime Minister Than Keir Starmer?
Keir Starmer has announced he will step down as Labour leader and Prime Minister once a successor is chosen, with Andy Burnham emerging as the favourite to replace him. Supporters of Burnham point to his record in Greater Manchester, his emphasis on local delivery and his willingness to challenge...
Keir Starmer has announced he will step down as Labour leader and Prime Minister once a successor is chosen, with Andy Burnham emerging as the favourite to replace him.
Supporters of Burnham point to his record in Greater Manchester, his emphasis on local delivery and his willingness to challenge Westminster.
Critics question whether his politics would differ substantially from Starmer’s or whether he would address concerns around issues such as immigration, economic growth and the size of the state.
Others see the two men as broadly similar centre-left figures with different styles.


