Ed Miliband was last night forced to publicly deny that Labour’s chances of winning the general election would be boosted if he was replaced by Alan Johnson. The Labour leader, who is facing a revolt over his ‘complacent’ strategy for winning power, dismissed suggestions that health spokesman Andy Burnham was also plotting to succeed him. Both Mr Johnson, 64, and Mr Burnham, who ran in the last Labour leadership campaign, have been touted as potential replacements. There were claims last night that Mr Johnson would take the top job if it was offered in a ‘coronation’ rather than a contested election.
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Charismatic former home secretary ruled out suggestions of leadership bid
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Ed Miliband has reiterated he believes he remains 'right person for the job'
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David Cameron opens up 42-point lead on question of leadership
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Farage claims if Ukip wins by-election Miliband will be 'gone by Christmas'
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