The Labour Leadership Vacuum: A Perfect Storm for Andy Burnham? Andy Burnham's potential path to power has been handed a significant boost by Josh Simons' decision to trigger a byelection in Makerfield.
This move, which comes after an unprecedented week of scrutiny for the ruling party's leadership, creates a unique opportunity for Burnham to return to Westminster.
Burnham's road to power is far from straightforward, however. His success will depend on winning the upcoming byelection and then navigating Labour Party politics.