Burnham likely to replace Reeves if he becomes PM
Rachel Reeves would be offered a more junior cabinet role, the BBC understands.
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"Andy Burnham is going to be the next prime minister and if there was a contest of Labour Party members, he would win."
— Darren Jones , Politician
Key People
UK armed forces minister who has recently resigned.
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
A senior Cabinet minister who ruled himself out of the leadership race.
Ed Miliband is a British politician and a member of the Labour Party.
A former minister expected to become Burnham's chief of staff.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
Wes Streeting is the UK Health Secretary known for his focus on improving safety for cosmetic procedures.
Yvette Cooper is a British Labour Party politician who has served in various ministerial roles.
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Rachel Reeves would be offered a more junior cabinet role, the BBC understands.
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