UK politics: Andy Burnham pressed on borrowing costs and spending at first PMQs – as it happened
What to know about UK politics: Andy Burnham pressed on borrowing costs and spending at first PMQs – as it happened
(See 11.12am.) Although Andy Burnham and his team have spoken about adopting a new approach to the traditional Commons joust with the leader of the opposition, in the end this felt much like business as usual.
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What happened
(See 11.12am.) Although Andy Burnham and his team have spoken about adopting a new approach to the traditional Commons joust with the leader of the opposition, in the end this felt much like business as usual.
Why it matters
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Common ground
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Perspective signals
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