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Andy Burnham's domestic agenda could inadvertently align UK with Europe

21 July 2026 · in 80 words

Andy Burnham's domestic agenda could inadvertently align UK with Europe

The new Labour premier's focus on industries and regional power may bring Britain closer to Brussels than he expects. Experts say his ambition for "sovereign capabilities" is like the EU's "strategic autonomy" to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers. Closer ties, starting with defence, could also help Labour regain voters lost over Brexit.

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