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Jun 28
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What would a Burnham Government mean for...

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It’s been another busy week in Westminster after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation. It looks like former Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham is set to be the country’s next leader.

Housing Secretary Steve Reed spoke to Trevor about what changes Andy Burnham could make to the country and whether we should have a General Election each time a Prime Minister resigns.

For the Conservatives Shadow Housing Secretary James Cleverly is on the show reacting to the past week of turmoil for the Labour party.

Our panel this week is: Author and Spectator columnist Lionel Shriver, Broadcaster Daisy McAndrew, and Political Editor of the New Statesman Ailbhe Rea.

You can watch Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips every week on Sky News at 8.30am

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