Happy Birthday, Private Eye

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The Burnham Coronation

Andy Burnham has officially been elected Labour leader. In three days time, he'll become Prime Minister. He says he's got "a plan" - but can he deliver?Ed Vaizey unpacks the politics of the day with Theo Bertram and Alys Denby.You can hear more of Ed on Times Radio every Friday, ...  Show more

Is Shabana Mahmood Burnham's Chancellor?

Andy Burnham is days away from announcing his cabinet, with Shabana Mahmood expected to be named as chancellor. Spare a thought for Ed Miliband...Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Cindy Yu and Matthew Parris. You can hear more of Hugo on Times Radio from Monday to ...  Show more

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