Former mayor of Greater Manchester, Burnham, is interested in succeeding Starmer.

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British Labour Party politician and former Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham said on the 22nd that he will take part in the process to succeed British Prime Minister Starmer, who announced his resignation the same day. In a statement, Burnham thanked Starmer for "his leadership and dedication shown during challenging times," and said Starmer's decision to resign "marks the beginning of a transition process" and that he is willing "to play a role in this process." Former British Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced his support for Burnham on the same day. Streeting had previously stated that if the Labour Party held a leadership election, he would run, but on the 22nd he publicly endorsed Burnham and called on others to do the same. Public opinion believes that if Burnham formally enters the Labour leadership race, Streeting's support will help strengthen his competitive edge. British Prime Minister Starmer said in a speech outside 10 Downing Street on the 22nd that he would resign as leader of the Labour Party but would continue to serve as Prime Minister until a successor is chosen. He stated that he has asked the Labour Party's National Executive Committee to set a timeline for the leadership election, with the nomination process to begin on July 9 and to be completed before Parliament enters its summer recess. (Xinhua)
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