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Why Andy Burnham's about-turn on Manchester City matters

Why Andy Burnham's about-turn on Manchester City matters
BBC News Thursday 01 October 2026, 22:22 UTC 1 min read
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The prime minister's comments on Man City were revealing on several levels - and leapt on by many in football.

The prime minister's comments on Man City were revealing on several levels - and leapt on by many in football.
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