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Burnham 'hard act to follow' for new mayor - locals

Burnham 'hard act to follow' for new mayor - locals
BBC Politics Friday 19 June 2026, 16:57 UTC 1 min read
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As Andy Burnham becomes MP for Makerfield, Greater Manchester reacts to his departure as mayor.

As Andy Burnham becomes MP for Makerfield, Greater Manchester reacts to his departure as mayor.
Burnham (PERSON) Andy Burnham (PERSON) Makerfield, Greater Manchester (ORG)
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