Labour women MPs call on Andy Burnham to ensure greater gender equality in senior government if he becomes prime minister. In separate reporting, they argue that the next Labour government should “lead by example” by committing to have women in half of government roles, particularly at the top level. The request is framed as a move away from Westminster “boys’ club” culture and as an end to practices that the MPs describe as undermining or excluding female ministers through political briefing and sidelining. Burnham responds to the demands by saying he will include women in every meeting and emphasises a commitment to representation in decision-making. The coverage also notes political reaction outside Labour, including commentary from Conservative figures. The issue is presented as part of a broader Labour debate over equality and ministerial inclusion, with the women’s proposals centring on targets for female representation and changes to how ministers are treated within government.