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Keir Starmer holds out prospect of cabinet job for Andy Burnham

Keir Starmer holds out prospect of cabinet job for Andy Burnham
Financial Times Wednesday 17 June 2026, 07:32 UTC 1 min read
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UK prime minister says Greater Manchester mayor should play a ‘big role in government’ as he faces potential leadership challenge

UK prime minister says Greater Manchester mayor should play a ‘big role in government’ as he faces potential leadership challenge
Keir Starmer (PERSON) Andy Burnham (PERSON) UK (LOCATION) Greater Manchester (PERSON)
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