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Burnham Calls for Labour Reset Amid Cabinet Concerns

9/8/2025

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Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, urges a Labour government reset for greater decisiveness and inclusivity.
He raises concerns about the cabinet's balance after the reshuffle, advocating for a less London-centric focus.
Burnham supports candidates Louise Haigh and Lucy Powell for deputy leadership.
Senior Labour figures caution Keir Starmer against mistakes that could threaten workers' rights.
Union leaders stress the importance of maintaining Angela Rayner's employment rights bill amid concerns of dilution.

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Andy Burnham, Greater Manchester mayor, urges a Labour government reset for greater decisiveness and inclusivity.
He raises concerns about the cabinet's balance after the reshuffle, advocating for a less London-centric focus.
Burnham supports candidates Louise Haigh and Lucy Powell for deputy leadership.
Senior Labour figures caution Keir Starmer against mistakes that could threaten workers' rights.
Union leaders stress the importance of maintaining Angela Rayner's employment rights bill amid concerns of dilution.