Labour’s leadership race reignites a Brexit dispute after Wes Streeting publicly voiced support for the UK rejoining the EU. Allies of Andy Burnham criticize Streeting’s remarks, saying they could complicate the political context for an upcoming by-election in Makerfield. Reports say the Burnham camp characterizes the exchange as unhelpful during the contest and warns that highlighting a potential Brexit reversal may affect voter sentiment. In coverage of the row, the debate centers on whether discussing EU re-entry is likely to help or hinder Labour’s electoral prospects. The Mirror describes the comments as reigniting a bitter internal Brexit debate, with Burnham supporters linking the renewed controversy to expectations of difficulties in Makerfield. Across the reports, the central issue is the same: Streeting’s pro-rejoin stance prompts a public backlash from Burnham supporters, who argue it could influence the by-election outcome. The dispute underscores ongoing divisions within Labour over how to approach Brexit and the EU relationship.