Andy Burnham admits disappointment at being overlooked at Labour conference

Greater Manchester mayor says he's found it quite hard' he's never been given key role at party conference

Andy Burnham has told of his disappointment at being overlooked for a prominent role at Labour conference since becoming mayor of Greater Manchester, decrying Westminster's aggressive and negative" briefing culture in a tacit criticism of those close to his party's leadership.

The relationship between Burnham, still regarded by many members as a potential leader in waiting, and Starmer has been marked by tensions while the mayor's backing for a ceasefire in Gaza is one area on which the two have diverged.