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Blair’s advice for Labour fails to engage with inequality, senior party figures say

The Guardian World Wednesday 27 May 2026, 14:55 UTC By Jessica Elgot Deputy political editor 1 min read
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Senior Labour figures, including Andy Burnham and Torsten Bell, have criticised Tony Blair's recent essay on the party. They argue that his critique fails to adequately address contemporary issues such as inequality and the effects of austerity. Burnham has indicated he will provide a formal response to Blair's piece.

Andy Burnham and Torsten Bell say the former Labour PM’s essay does not address today’s challenges

Tony Blair’s criticism of the Labour party fails to engage with inequality and the “extremes of austerity”, senior party figures have said.

Andy Burnham, mayor of Greater Manchester, who is widely expected to launch a leadership challenge if he wins next month’s Makerfield byelection, said the essay merited a “considered response” and he would set one out on Thursday.

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