Labour infighting a ‘distraction’ from serious issues, Starmer warns
05-06-2026 16:00 via standard.co.uk

Labour infighting a ‘distraction’ from serious issues, Starmer warns

Andy Burnham, Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election, and Wes Streeting have said they would stand if a leadership challenge is triggered.
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