533. Andy Burnham's Big Gamble: Can He Beat Reform?
May 14, 2026
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Episode 533 · May 14, 2026
533. Andy Burnham's Big Gamble: Can He Beat Reform?
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Summary
What is Alastair’s plea to Labour politicians, after this week’s turmoil? After Wes Streeting’s resignation from the cabinet, will he still run against the ‘King of the North’, Andy Burnham, and how bruising would a leadership contest be for the government? How risky is this for Burnham, and can he beat Reform in Greater Manchester?
Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in this emergency episode.
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