Andy Burnham & Josh Simons

Andy Burnham: Andy Burnham is seeking to return to the Parliament of the United Kingdom by contesting the United Kingdom — Makerfield by-election, potentially challenging Sir Keir Starmer for the United Kingdom — Labour Party leadership if successful.

Josh Simons: Josh Simons is the current Member of Parliament for United Kingdom — Makerfield who announced his resignation to allow Andy Burnham to contest the by-election.

Andy Burnham: Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester Mayor, would need to win a by-election to become an MP to advance his leadership aspirations, making his supporters cautious about a rapid contest.

Josh Simons: Josh Simons, a former ally and Makerfield MP, publicly urged Keir Starmer to step down, stating that he had 'lost the country'.

Andy Burnham: Andy Burnham is mentioned as a high-profile United Kingdom — Labour Party politician considered a potential challenger to Keir Starmer, though he has not called for his resignation.

Josh Simons: Josh Simons, a United Kingdom — Labour Party MP, publicly stated that Keir Starmer 'has lost the country' and should oversee an orderly transition to a new prime minister.