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Senior official quit over Manchester land deal for UAE worth £35m

Andy Burnham is facing questions after a senior council official quit over a Manchester land deal with the UAE. The official was allegedly told to recommend buying a dilapidated property for £35 million, more than its worth, to reserve it for Abu Dhabi. The Manchester land deal raises questions about scrutiny of UAE deals during Burnham's time as Manchester mayor.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 October 2026 at 8:29

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