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Why Andy Burnham could be the next Prime Minister
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31:41Now PlayingAndy Burnham is back in Westminster and political speculation is exploding. Following Labour's dramatic victory in the Makerfield by-election, the Mayor of Greater Manchester has returned to Parliament as an MP, immediately fuelling rumours of a potential challenge to Sir Keir Starmer's leadership.
Could Andy Burnham become the next Labour leader? Is Keir Starmer losing support within his own party? And could this be the start of a major political shake-up that changes the future of UK politics?
In this episode, Harriet Harman reveals what Labour insiders are really saying about Burnham's return and whether MPs could turn against Starmer. Beth Rigby joins Harriet Harman and Ruth Davidson to analyse one of the most significant by-election results in recent British political history, breaking down what it means for Labour, the Conservatives, Reform UK, and the next General Election.
Plus, Ruth Davidson brings the latest political news from Scotland following the Aberdeen South and Arbroath & Broughty Ferry by-elections. Are the Scottish Conservatives making a comeback? What do these results mean for the SNP, Labour, and the future of Scottish politics?
Beth, Ruth and Harriet discuss:
- Andy Burnham returning to Westminster
- Keir Starmer leadership questions
- Labour Party infighting and leadership rumours
- Makerfield by-election results explained
- UK political analysis and latest news
- Scottish by-election results
- Conservatives, Labour, SNP and Reform UK
- Westminster politics and General Election predictions
Subscribe for the latest UK political news, election analysis, Keir Starmer news, Andy Burnham updates, and expert political commentary from Harriet Harman, Beth Rigby and Ruth Davidson.
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