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David Miliband says he is optimistic about potential Burnham government

David Miliband says he is optimistic about potential Burnham government
BBC Politics Friday 26 June 2026, 19:04 UTC 1 min read
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The former foreign secretary says Burnham has "this openness and energy that I think is very attractive and positive".

The former foreign secretary says Burnham has "this openness and energy that I think is very attractive and positive".
David Miliband (PERSON) Burnham (LOCATION)
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