Starmer's team prepares for potential leadership challenge from Andy Burnham
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Pippa Crerar, Kiran Stacey, Jessica Elgot
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Keir Starmer's aides are preparing for a potential leadership challenge from Andy Burnham, who is expected to return to Westminster via the Makerfield byelection. Downing Street sources say Starmer is determined to fight any contest, with his team war-gaming scenarios including sacking ministers who publicly support Burnham. However, close allies acknowledge that Starmer's future may ultimately be out of his hands.
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bskyStarmer's team prepares for potential leadership challenge from Andy Burnhamtheguardian.comKey quotes
· 4 pulledKeir Starmer's closest aides are 'war-gaming' how to win a leadership contest ahead of Andy Burnham's much-anticipated return to Westminster
Downing Street sources said the prime minister had taken the last fortnight to think seriously about his future but was now 'hellbent' on fighting any contest
Several close allies acknowledged that Starmer's future may be out of his hands
Keir may be determined to fight any challenge
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