How To Win An Election

How Andy Burnham's Election Promises Could Backfire

How To Win An Election

Show Notes

Andy Burnham has outlined his vision for the country, and in the process written a good chunk of Labour's next manifesto.

But could his ambitious promises cost more than the UK economy can bear? Danny argues the country can't afford his old Labour instincts, and Hugo says the party is like an ostrich putting its head in the sand. Sally thinks he's being mean.

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