Starmer attempts business as usual
5/21/202655 min
The spotlight of British politics is shining on Andy Burnham - and his “long coup” is underway.
Meanwhile, Keir Starmer himself has to find a way to resume some semblance of government as usual.
Anoosh Chakelian is joined by Ailbhe Rea and Tom McTague to discuss.
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Anoosh Chakelian· Host1:04
The spotlight of British politics is shining on Andy Burnham, and his long coup is underway, starting out with weeks of campaigning in the Makerfield by-election, where Reform has put its faith in a local plumber as its candidate. But Wes Streeting is also jostling for a position in a potential leadership race. And Keir Starmer himself has to find a way to resume some semblance of government as usual,