Stay on top of the latest political news with our View from Westminster newsletter Get the latest political headlines with our free email Get the latest political headlines with our free email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The challenge for Mr Burnham now will be maintaining or even extending this rise. Mr Burnham’s popularity in the capital likely reflects the higher proportion of young, left-leaning voters in the city – a demographic reflected in many major metropolitan areas. Several factors have worked in Mr Burnham’s favour to see him receive such a positive response upon taking power. For the latest political headlines delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for our daily View from Westminster newsletter here .