Labour NEC Member Opposes Rule Changes to Allow Andy Burnham Leadership Bid

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A Labour NEC member opposes changing party rules to let Andy Burnham run for leadership without being an MP, warning it could lead to a lengthy contest and undesired leftward shift.

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A Labour NEC member opposes changing party rules to let Andy Burnham run for leadership without being an MP, warning it could lead to a lengthy contest and undesired leftward shift.

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