Watch: A day of big changes and mixed emotions for Labour

BBC Politics Monday 22 June 2026, 18:26 UTC 1 min read

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Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP for Makerfield hours after Keir Starmer announces his resignation as Labour Party leader.

Andy Burnham (PERSON) Makerfield (PERSON) Keir Starmer (PERSON) Labour Party (ORG)

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Briefing war breaks out between advocates for Wes Streeting and those close to Ed MilibandAndy Burnham’s supporters are divided over who should be his chancellor, with a briefing war breaking out between advocates of the former health secretary Wes Streeting and those close to the energy secretary Ed Miliband. Some of those advising the Makerfield MP are urging him to choose Streeting if he becomes prime minister, in a bid to reassure the business community and fossil fuel industry.

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Watch: A day of big changes and mixed emotions for Labour

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