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Andy Burnham: “Can I start by recognising it’s been a hard time for him and his family. There’s a lot we disagree on, but I defend his…”

On the recordOctober 14, 2026
Can I start by recognising it’s been a hard time for him and his family. There’s a lot we disagree on, but I defend his right to say it, and I will work hard to secure his safety.
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party

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Responding to Nigel Farage about security concerns.

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