Exclusive: Andy Burnham has the nominations to trigger a leadership challenge

Andy Burnham has reportedly secured enough support from Labour MPs to trigger a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer. Burnham intends to present this list to Starmer to encourage him to step down voluntarily.
Why it matters
This indicates significant internal political instability within the UK Labour Party, potentially signaling a major shift in leadership.
Burnham plans to present the list to Starmer to encourage him to stand down without a contest
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