Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has indicated he would seek to enter any future Labour leadership contest, contingent on winning the upcoming Makerfield by-election.

Burnham would need to secure victory in the Makerfield constituency to become eligible as a potential candidate for the Labour Party leadership, according to reports.

Meanwhile, members of Burnham's by-election campaign team have warned Prime Minister Keir Starmer against visiting the constituency to campaign. The team has advised the Prime Minister to stay away from Makerfield during the campaign period.

Downing Street has confirmed that the Prime Minister plans to visit the constituency as part of efforts to demonstrate support for the Labour candidate in the by-election.

The developments highlight potential tensions within the Labour Party as the Makerfield by-election approaches, with questions arising about party unity and campaign strategy in the constituency.