Burnham meets trade union leaders in bid to shore up support
Andy Burnham is meeting with trade union leaders to secure support for his expected bid for the UK premiership. The discussions focus on public control of essential services and potential cabinet appointments, specifically regarding Ed Miliband's role.
Why it matters
Union backing is a critical component for Labour leadership candidates, and internal disagreements over energy policy could influence the future direction of the UK government.
Image source, Getty Images By James Gregory Political reporter Published 23 minutes ago Andy Burnham is meeting the leaders of the trade unions which help fund the Labour Party, as he looks to shore up support ahead of his expected premiership.
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