Andy Burnham says he will not accept an offer from Sir Keir Starmer to take a job in a Starmer-led Labour Government. The reports describe Starmer as previously extending an “olive branch” to Burnham and stating that he wanted Burnham to “play a big part” in the government. Burnham’s response is reported as a clear refusal to take the proposed role, indicating he will not move into the new administration. The articles presented are focused on the exchange between the Labour leader and Burnham, with Starmer’s invitation characterised as an attempt to draw Burnham into government work, but Burnham choosing not to do so. No further details on the specific position offered are provided in the excerpts. Overall, the story centers on Burnham’s decision to rule out taking up the role following Starmer’s public expression of interest in his involvement in government.