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Andy Burnham the clear favourite for Labour leader, poll of party members suggests
A YouGov survey of 706 members found 59% would back the Greater Manchester mayor, while 37% chose the Prime Minister.
- A YouGov poll of 706 Labour members conducted 14–16 May found 59% would support Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham over Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who received 37% backing.
- The poll followed Burnham clearing selection to run in the Makerfield by-election, a move he described as a willingness to "fight to the highest level" to lead the party.
- Hypothetical contests show Wes Streeting loses by wide margins to Burnham , Angela Rayner , and Ed Miliband , indicating widespread party support for alternative leadership.
- Streeting has called for a "proper contest" to replace Starmer, though 57% of members believe the former health secretary was wrong to resign his Cabinet position.
- Labour members surveyed doubt the party can win re-election if Starmer remains in charge, yet believe victory is possible if Burnham takes over, reflecting significant doubt regarding the incumbent's electability.
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Leaning Left2Leaning Right2Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Center
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