Burnham shows his hand: Should we believe it?
About this episode
Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy discuss Andy Burnham's political priorities as he moves closer to leadership of the Labour party.
The Andy Burnham era of politics is fast approaching – and the prime minister-in-waiting has finally set out some of his priorities for government. As Labour leadership nominations open – with his last active challenger Al Carns officially stepping aside – Burnham’s path to power is now all but certain. Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy dissect his blueprint for Number 10, with a specific look at: A foreign policy vision built around plans to “reindustrialise through defence” A rumoured UK tour of “overlooked communities” A promise to be more accessible and transform his relationship with Labour MPs Plus, as preparations for the Clacton by-election ramp up, Sam considers how Nigel Farage’s gamble could backfire and asks whether coverage restrictions will cause headaches for broadcasters.
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