Fresh speculation emerged overnight that Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, is seeking a Westminster comeback

Andy Burnham has clapped back at reports that he's plotting a return to Parliament to challenge Keir Starmer after the May elections.

Fresh speculation emerged overnight that the Mayor of Greater Manchester is seeking a Westminster comeback. According to the Sunday Times, his allies have identified a “nailed-on” seat where polling shows he could take on Reform.

But Mr Burnham tweeted this morning: "Quite a lot of rubbish in the papers today. Reminds me why I left Westminster in the first place!"

It comes amid speculation that Keir Starmer could face a challenge to his leadership if Labour suffers a drubbing at elections in Scotland, Wales and local authorities i

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