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DAN HODGES: The PM had just two things in mind - saving his tarnished legacy and throwing a spanner in Burnham's works

Daily Mail

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July 1, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Testimonial
DAN HODGES: The PM had just two things in mind - saving his tarnished legacy and throwing a spanner in Burnham's works
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