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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
David Lynch

Burnham to face first PMQs and test of authority after setting out ambitions

Prime Minister Andy Burnham leaving 10 Downing Street (Stefan Rousseau/PA) - (PA Wire)

Andy Burnham is to face his first Prime Minister’s Questions, and an early test of his authority over Labour backbenchers, after setting out his plans for Government.

The Prime Minister made his debut at the Commons despatch box on Tuesday, when he set out plans to devolve more power away from Westminster and into the regions, and to take back public control over utilities and services.

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