Starmer Won't Block Burnham from Standing in Makerfield The decision by Labour leader Keir Starmer not to block Andy Burnham's bid for Parliament has sparked speculation about the party's willingness to reform.
Burnham, a former Mayor of Greater Manchester, is standing for election in the constituency of Makerfield. Labour's struggles to connect with working class voters have been well documented.
The party's shift towards a more metropolitan agenda has led to a hemorrhaging of support in traditional strongholds.