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24
May
North Yorkshire mayor campaigns for Andy Burnham
David Skaith, the Labour Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has spent the day campaigning for Andy Burnham in the forthcoming Makerfield by-election.
Mr Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, is standing for Labour on June 18 following the resignation of MP Josh Simons.
Victory would pave the way for him to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour leadership.
Mr Skaith uploaded a photo on his Facebook page today alongside the message:
“Over the Pennines once more with fellow mayors to support Andy Burnham for Makerfield. Beautiful weather for it.”
In response to a comment suggesting he was neglecting his Yorkshire duties, Mr Skaith replied:
“I am allowed to leave the county, and can do what I want with my Sunday.”
In an interview with the Stray Ferret marking the midway point in his mayoral term this month, Mr Skaith said Mr Burnham would make a great Prime Minister.
He added:
He’s done a fantastic job in Manchester working closely with local Labour leaders and councillors. Having that joined-up approach is why it’s been a great success over in Manchester. If Andy wants to do it, I’ve no idea. I haven’t spoken to him about it.
He understands devolution and the power of the mayor. Any government that has the likes of Andy Burnham in and around the conversation is only a positive thing.
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