Labour ahead of Reform in polls after bounce in popularity since Andy Burnham became leader

Manchester Evening News - Sep 26, 2026

Burnham is also the party leader with the highest approval rating

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BBC chief: Put our news bulletins on Netflix to justify household fee

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