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Who is Anas Sarwar? The Scottish Labour leader returning to UK politics

Who is Anas Sarwar? The Scottish Labour leader returning to UK politics
BBC Scotland Wednesday 22 July 2026, 11:05 UTC 1 min read
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The Glasgow MSP is expected to be confirmed for role in Andy Burnham's government after taking a seat in the house of Lords.

The Glasgow MSP is expected to be confirmed for role in Andy Burnham's government after taking a seat in the house of Lords.
Anas Sarwar (PERSON) Scottish (ORG) UK (LOCATION) The Glasgow MSP (ORG) Andy Burnham's (PERSON) Lords (ORG)
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