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‘Don’t squander it’: Can Labour hang on to the Burnham bounce?

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Andy Burnham category. Published on September 27, 2026 • Originally reported by Pippa Crerar Political editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Conference delegates grateful ousting Starmer has paid off, but relief tempered by fiscal headwinds ahead

Even Andy Burnham’s closest allies accept that deposing Keir Starmer to install their man as leader was a huge political gamble. But if the mood at the Labour party conference in Liverpool is anything to go by, it is one that – so far – has paid off.

The contrast with last year, when Starmer retained his grip on the party and Burnham slunk away from Liverpool early, could not be more stark. Their relief at their turn of fortune is tempered only by the fiscal headwinds ahead.

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