Andy Burnham nears power, but Britain’s next “king” may hit his limits fast
As Andy Burnham approaches taking power, the real test is whether his authority can survive the constraints behind it.

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As Andy Burnham approaches taking power, the real test is whether his authority can survive the constraints behind it.
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