Streeting will expose ‘human shopping trolley’ Burnham, say allies of ex-health secretary
Wes Streeting's allies have criticized Andy Burnham, labeling him a 'human shopping trolley' due to recent policy U-turns. This exchange highlights the growing rivalry between the two as they vie to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader. Streeting plans to reveal inconsistencies in Burnham's positions if a leadership contest arises.
- ▪Andy Burnham has faced backlash for changing his stance on Brexit and economic policies.
- ▪Wes Streeting's allies intend to expose Burnham's policy inconsistencies during a potential leadership contest.
- ▪The term 'human shopping trolley' was originally used by Dominic Cummings to criticize Boris Johnson's leadership.
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