"Labour MPs are urging colleagues not to depose Starmer next month, instead preparing to demand that Andy Burnham return to parliament to succeed him before the next general election."
"Burnham has been making efforts to build bridges, and many Labour MPs say they are willing to back Starmer to give time for Burnham to return."
"It's Andy or bust, one senior centrist MP said. Nothing else works. Nobody else can win. Anything before he has a path is too soon."
"Burnham has let it be known to MPs he would still seek to return to parliament at the earliest opportunity and has been speaking to more of the 2024 intake to build alliances."
Keir Starmer faces isolation amid the Mandelson saga, prompting Labour MPs to support him temporarily while advocating for Andy Burnham's return to parliament. Burnham is actively campaigning in local elections and working to build alliances within the party. Many MPs believe that supporting Starmer is essential to allow Burnham time to position himself for leadership. Burnham's growing support among centrist MPs indicates a strategic shift, as he seeks to return to parliament and strengthen his candidacy for future leadership.
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