Labour descended deeper into chaos today as Andy Burnham's allies accused rivals of trying to sabotage his crucial by-election battle, amidst rising anxiety in Labour ranks over the consequences if the contest is lost, even with the race to replace him in full swing.
Labour descended deeper into chaos today as Andy Burnham 's allies accused rivals of trying to sabotage his crucial by-election battle . Supporters of the Greater Manchester mayor lashed out after leadership contender Wes Streeting voiced support for rejoining the EU.
Despite the race to replace him being in full swing, Sir Keir is not expected to concede he will have to quit or set out a timetable. In other twists and turns today, Andy Burnham was campaigning in Makerfield with Labour's deputy leader Lucy Powell yesterday, whilst Mr Streeting, who dramatically quit as Health Secretary last week, signalled he wanted to see Britain return to the EU in a speech on Saturday.
Mr Streeting also declared he will stand in any Labour leadership contest
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