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Andy Burnham: “Prime Minister Andy Burnham is right to reopen the debate about Britain’s relationship with the EU.”

On the recordOctober 2, 2026
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is right to reopen the debate about Britain’s relationship with the EU.
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party

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Commenting on Brexit and its implications for Scotland.

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