Henry Zeffman: What does Keir Starmer do next after Andy Burnham's Makerfield win?

Following Andy Burnham's by-election victory in Makerfield, Labour MPs are increasingly discussing a potential leadership challenge against Sir Keir Starmer. While some factions push for a change, others warn that internal division could mirror the political failures of the previous government.
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Political instability within a governing party can significantly impact national policy direction and voter confidence.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Henry Zeffman Chief political correspondent Reuters "Delusional."
The article presents conflicting viewpoints from different factions within the Labour Party, maintaining a neutral reporting stance.
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