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Reeves backs Burnham to become next prime minister

Reeves backs Burnham to become next prime minister
BBC UK Thursday 25 June 2026, 05:00 UTC 1 min read
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The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.

The chancellor throws her support behind the MP for Makerfield despite reports he could demote her if he becomes PM.
Reeves (PERSON) Burnham (PERSON) Makerfield (PERSON)
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