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Starmer Will Not Block Burnham's Bid for Makerfield MP Seat Amid Labour Turmoil

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Keir Starmer will not block Andy Burnham from standing as MP for Makerfield, as Labour faces internal strife following local election losses, with multiple resignations and calls for Starmer's resignation.

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Andy Burnham has apologized for Labour's initial response to Israel's military action in Gaza, stating the party "didn't get it right" and needs to "do better." He signaled a shift in the UK's approach, advocating for increased pressure on the Israeli government, potentially through sanctions and trade bans on illegal settlement goods.

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