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Andy Burnham considers David Miliband for foreign secretary

5 July 2026 · in 80 words

Andy Burnham considers David Miliband for foreign secretary

Andy Burnham is reportedly considering David Miliband, a former leading cabinet minister, for foreign secretary if he becomes prime minister. Miliband, who leads the International Rescue Committee, is seen as a talented politician well-suited for foreign policy. However, some Labour MPs are already eyeing Miliband as a potential replacement if Burnham's project fails.

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