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Andy Burnham Set for Uncontested Labour Leadership After Carns Rules Himself Out
Burnham is the only declared candidate and could become prime minister on July 20 if no other Labour MP secures the 81 nominations needed.
- Former Defence Minister Al Carns announced he will not challenge Andy Burnham for the Labour leadership on Wednesday, clearing the path for the Makerfield MP to become prime minister.
- Following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation last month, Burnham emerged as the sole contender after former health secretary Wes Streeting opted against running and backed the former Manchester mayor.
- Nominations open Thursday, requiring candidates to secure backing from at least 81 MPs and three affiliated bodies; however, Burnham effectively secured the leadership as the only declared candidate.
- A special conference on July 17 will formally declare Burnham Labour leader, with his transition to prime minister expected three days later on July 20.
- Describing the leadership contest as "probably not the best use of Labour's time," Carns urged the party to support Burnham, praising his economic record as former Mayor of Greater Manchester.
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