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Burnham wins key UK poll, paving way for bid to challenge Starmer

Euractiv UK 19 June 2026, 03:51 UTC 19 Jun 2026

Burnham wins key UK poll, paving way for bid to challenge Starmer — Euractiv

The veteran Labour politician won a crucial by-election, securing a parliamentary seat and clearing the path for a widely expected leadership bid.

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