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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 30 MIN

Is this the strangest leadership crisis in modern times?

from Rock & Roll Politics with Steve Richards

Keir Starmer continues as Prime Minister. Andy Burnham fights a by-election as a potential future Prime Minister. Is Burnham a by- election candidate and leadership candidate simultaneously? Or can he pull off being the by- election candidate first, before the scrutiny of a leadership challenge? Meanwhile Wes Streeting refers to a leadership contest - even though he is not yet a candidate. Time to delve deep…To join in the never-ending debate in the Rock & Roll Politics co-operative, email [email protected] to Patreon for live events, bonus podcasts and to get the regular podcast a day early and ad free. Written and presented by Steve Richards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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