Andy Burnham Faces North-South Divide in U.K. Leadership Bid

New poll suggests skepticism in Southern England could hinder the expected next prime minister's national appeal.

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Andy Burnham, poised to become the U.K.'s next prime minister, faces a significant regional trust gap, with voters in Northern England showing strong support while those in the South are more skeptical, according to a POLITICO Poll.
His "Manchesterism" philosophy and plans to rebalance power may not resonate nationwide.

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Andy Burnham, poised to become the U.K.'s next prime minister, faces a significant regional trust gap, with voters in Northern England showing strong support while those in the South are more skeptical, according to a POLITICO Poll. His "Manchesterism" philosophy and plans to rebalance power may not resonate nationwide.

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