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Andy Burnham’s landslide win in the Makerfield by-election has sent shockwaves through Labour, catapulting him into the spotlight as a potential challenger to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. With Labour’s vote share soaring to nearly 55%, Burnham declared it a “change moment,” promising a new direction for Britain. Though the next general election isn’t until 2029, Labour’s rules allow for mid-term leadership contests — and this victory could be the spark that ignites a leadership battle. Starmer, already struggling with low polls and recent defeats, may face mounting pressure from within his own cabinet. If he steps aside, an interim leader would likely be appointed, followed by a drawn-out race where Burnham, Wes Streeting, Angela Rayner, and Al Carns are all rumored contenders. The path to leadership is steep — requiring support from a fifth of MPs and local branches — but this win has turned the political tide, making the next few months anything but quiet.

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