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Andy Burnham calls out press for ‘wild speculation’

JOE.co.uk

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June 29, 2026

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The Makerfield MP name-checked the BBC’s Chris Mason in a quip to the back of the room. Andy Burnham called out the “wild speculation” from the press lobby about who he might appoint to key positions should he become prime minister. On Monday, the Makerfield MP gave his first major policy speech since launching his bid to []

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