Politics

Decision day for Labour on whether Burnham can stand as MP

January 25, 2026

The Labour Party's national executive committee is set to decide whether Andy Burnham can stand as a candidate in the upcoming parliamentary by-election for Gorton and Denton. There are concerns from some party members, particularly allies of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, that Burnham's return could challenge Starmer's leadership, leading to tensions within the party.

Andy Burnham, a man with short dark hair and black-rimmed glasses, speaks into a microphone. He is wearing a dark zip up top and against a red backdrop

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Key Highlights

Andy Burnham seeks permission to run in the Gorton and Denton by-election.
The Labour Party's NEC will make a decision on his candidacy.
Some Labour MPs oppose the idea of Burnham being blocked from standing.
Burnham aims to support the Labour government and not undermine it.
Concerns exist that his candidacy could threaten Keir Starmer's leadership.

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Decision day for Labour on whether Burnham can stand as MP

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