What Andy Burnham as prime minister could mean for pensions

A new Labour leader would result in a cabinet reshuffle and a possible new pensions minister

Holly Roach
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, making him an MP
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, making him an MP

Andy Burnham winning the Makerfield by-election has paved the way for a Labour leadership challenge, with pressure rising over Keir Starmer’s position.

Earlier this week, Starmer said he wanted Burnham to win in the by-election, and if successful would offer him a "big role in government". Burnham, however, said he would not accept any role offere...

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