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New policies, election speculation: What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM

New policies, election speculation: What to expect from Burnham's first Labour conference as PM
BBC News Thursday 24 September 2026, 23:44 UTC 1 min read
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Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.

Andy Burnham is under pressure to deliver a compelling vision for the country as he steps from the sidelines on to the main stage.
Burnham's (ORG) Andy Burnham (PERSON)
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