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What voters really think of Britain’s new PM
Andy Burnham's first week as UK prime minister shows a 17-point rise in net approval, with voters across political spectra supporting his cost-of-living plans and leadership style. A POLITICO Poll by Public First indicates broad favorability, excluding Reform UK supporters, as Labour gains a small lead over Reform in polls.
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