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What is the front bench?
In the UK Parliament, the front benches are where the most important members of a political party sit. For the government, this is the Prime Minister and cabinet ministers. For the opposition, it's their leader and shadow cabinet. Andy Burnham speaking from here after 16 years signifies his return to a very prominent role in national politics.
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