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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Dan Haygarth

Inside Burnham’s roundabout route to No 10, according to those who know him best

For Sir Keir Starmer, the honeymoon was over as soon as he set foot in Downing Street back in July 2024.

Most prime ministers enjoy a few weeks’ grace period after taking office. But within weeks of securing a landslide victory, Sir Keir was on the back foot.

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