Is Brexit becoming awkward for Andy Burnham? | BBC Newscast

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Published2 weeks ago
Duration30:35
Video ID2XbKtkf-pzQ
Languageen
CategoryNews & Politics
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Today, we look at why the subject of Brexit is awkward for Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester Mayor who wants to be the Makerfield MP. He was doing a speech today in which he clarified his position on the issue. And Keir Starmer’s been out in front of the camera today with the same message - I’m not going anywhere. Adam and Chris are joined by political correspondent Alex Forsyth, and diplomatic correspondent James Landale, who’s been looking at the question: Is Britain ungovernable? 00:00 - Labour leadership ‘shadow contest’ 02:27 - Keir Starmer rules out a departure timetable 05:56 - What is Burnham’s pitch to voters? 09:20 - Why by-elections are unpredictable 14:24 - Burnham and Brexit 17:08 - Pub quiz! 20:50 - Is the UK becoming ungovernable? 30:06 - Final thoughts on leadership, money and public trust Subscribe to our channel here: https://bbc.in/bbcnews For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews

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