Public prefer Labour leadership contest over Andy Burnham coronation, poll finds
The British public prefer a Labour leadership contest over any coronation for Andy Burnham, a poll has found. The poll, […]
The British public prefer a Labour leadership contest over any coronation for Andy Burnham, a poll has found.
The poll, carried out by YouGov, found that 46% of respondents prefer a contest, compared to 23% of those who said they preferred a coronation.
When it comes to 2024 Labour voters however, more people prefer a coronation (40%) compared to a contest (37%).
It comes after Keir Starmer announced he was stepping down as Prime Minister, following intense pressure to set a timeline for his departure from MPs and cabinet ministers.
Nominations for Labour leader open on 9th July, and Burnham could become PM as early as 17th July, should no one challenge him.
There had been reports that Starmer loyalists were encouraging Darren Jones to stand, however, he has ruled himself out this morning, with a coronation looking increasingly likely.
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