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Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham addresses supporters after his Makerfield by-election win. Photo: CNN
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Britons Brace for a Sixth Prime Minister as Burnham Nears Downing Street

As Labour prepares to open nominations on July 9, millions of Britons face the prospect of a sixth prime minister in seven years, with Andy Burnham the odds-on favorite for No. 10.

6 Jul 2026 ·6 min read
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