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Burnham Pledges Downing Street Role for Ex-Labour Together Chief

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the Labour candidate in the Makerfield byelection, promising Josh Simons a place in Downing Street as reward for standing aside.

Plus: HS2 has been delayed yet again. Why can’t the UK get anything right?

With Aaron Bastani, Michael Walker, and Mathew Lawrence.

  • Published 19 May 2026
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