School Report: Andy Burnham grilled by student journalists

Shadow Home Secretary Andy Burnham has confirmed he will not stand again for the Labour leadership.

The Leigh MP met students from Lowton Church of England High School in Cheshire as part of the BBC's School Report project.

Burnham, who was beaten byJeremy Corbyn last year, said: "I wouldn't say I'd necessarily go to be leader again."

Asked how he felt about losing out to Mr Corbyn, Mr Burnham jokingly responded: "Thanks for reminding me of that.

"You're right, I did try and I didn't succeed. But that's like life isn't it? It doesn't mean you shouldn't try. And I would say that to all of you.

"Aim high in life, believe in yourself and aim high, and that's what I did."