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Andy Burnham: “We have to deal with the issue rather than play politics with the issue. Just deal with it head on, grip it, and then…”

On the recordAugust 3, 2026
We have to deal with the issue rather than play politics with the issue. Just deal with it head on, grip it, and then make the changes that will bring that reassurance to the public.
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

On changing the tone of the debate regarding small boats.

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