Overview

• Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram said he will meet Keir Starmer to explain the Burnham episode and stressed that Burnham wants the prime minister to succeed.
• Andy Burnham told interviewers there is currently "no ability" for him to launch a leadership campaign and restated his commitment to serving as Greater Manchester mayor.
• Despite not appearing on the main stage, Burnham drew packed crowds at multiple fringe events and became a focal point of conference conversation.
• In his appearances he promoted popular policy ideas including cheaper rail and bus fares, more social housing, ending the two‑child benefit cap and electoral reform.
• Pressed at one event on whether Keir Starmer is the right person to be prime minister, Burnham answered yes, as some ministers signalled they want him to remain as mayor.