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Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander defended Labour’s decision to bar Andy Burnham from running for a parliamentary seat while serving as Greater Manchester Mayor. Alexander argued this policy prevents shadow cabinet roles from disproportionately draining party resources and aligns with Labour’s collective ethos. He emphasized the need to prioritize party unity to confront political opponents like Reform UK and suggested Burnham should remain in Parliament after his mayoral term ends, framing the move as a strategic choice for the party’s future stability.
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