The influential role vacated by the new Makerfield MP will be fiercely contested by Labour, Reform and the Greens As Andy Burnham maps out the final steps on his path to Downing Street , he may feel that his future is clear. But a look back over his shoulder reveals a cloudier outlook, inviting ...
Source: [Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jun/22/battle-begins-for-burnham-greater-manchester-mayoral-crown)