On the recordJune 20, 2026
I think he has earned the right to come and make his case to the Parliamentary Labour Party
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Jess Phillips
Labour Party
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independent.co.ukI think he has earned the right to come and make his case to the Parliamentary Labour Party
Discussing Andy Burnham's victory and its implications.
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