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Darren Jones says he will not challenge Andy Burnham for Labour leadership

The Guardian UK Wednesday 24 June 2026, 06:15 UTC By Press Association 1 min read
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Chief secretary to PM says he had been ‘reassured’ about Burnham’s economic plans after conversation with himDarren Jones has ruled himself out of running for the Labour leadership after a conversation with Andy Burnham. Speaking to Sky News, the chief secretary to the prime minister said he had been “reassured” about Burnham’s economic plans after their conversation on Tuesday.

Chief secretary to PM says he had been ‘reassured’ about Burnham’s economic plans after conversation with him

Darren Jones has ruled himself out of running for the Labour leadership after a conversation with Andy Burnham.

Speaking to Sky News, the chief secretary to the prime minister said he had been “reassured” about Burnham’s economic plans after their conversation on Tuesday.

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