Angela Rayner, a former deputy prime minister, criticises Labour leader Keir Starmer for blocking the return of Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham to Parliament. Rayner says preventing Burnham’s return is a “mistake” and that Labour’s party leadership should address the decision. The criticism is framed by Rayner as support for Burnham and as a corrective step the party should take. Other details about the timing of Burnham’s intended return, the specific reasons given for the block, and whether any internal party process is underway are not provided in the available reports. The article presents Rayner’s comments as a public challenge within Labour, directly targeting Starmer’s leadership choice related to Burnham’s parliamentary status.