BBC Politics • June 23, 2026 11:20

Minister supports Burnham as Labour MPs split over possible contest for leadership

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Al Carns and Darren Jones are considering whether to run against Andy Burnham for the Labour leadership.

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Minister supports Burnham as Labour MPs split over possible contest for leadership

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