BATTLES LOOM OVER SOCIAL CARE, BUT THIS FIGHT MUST BE WON. AT LAST, WE HAVE A PM WHO BELIEVES THAT | POLLY TOYNBEE

Burnham seems ready to use his power and influence. He understands the depth of this crisis: the task is persuading all those still in denial “People pleaser!” That’s the insult Andy Burnham’s enemies sneer at him.

The Guardian reports that burnham seems ready to use his power and influence.

The report adds: He understands the depth of this crisis: the task is persuading all those still in denial “People pleaser!” That’s the insult Andy Burnham’s enemies sneer at him.

And yes, he will need all his mightiest people-pleasing talents to win over voters to contribute to a new national care service.

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