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Burnham Critiques Starmer's Homelessness Plan Amid Leadership Tensions
12/14/2025
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- Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham criticized Prime Minister Keir Starmer's homelessness policy and urged a housing-first strategy.
- Burnham, seen as a potential leadership challenger, would return to Westminster if asked.
- Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey warned Starmer faces a precarious position and may have only a year left.
- Labour MPs, including Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, urge Starmer to reconsider rejoining the EU customs union after a Brexit revolt.
