Burnham meets trade union leaders in bid to shore up support
Summary
Andy Burnham is meeting trade union leaders who support the Labour Party to gain their backing as he aims to become prime minister. The discussions include public control of services, workers' rights, the possible appointment of Ed Miliband as chancellor, and electoral reform.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham is meeting leaders of trade unions that help fund the Labour Party.
- The meeting is held at Unison’s headquarters, one of Labour’s affiliated unions.
- Burnham wants local communities to have more control over essential services like water.
- The GMB union plans to discuss water ownership, buying British products, school staff, and equal pay.
- Trade union support is important for Burnham to become the Labour leadership candidate.
- Ed Miliband is the main candidate for chancellor, but some unions oppose him due to his stance on North Sea oil drilling.
- Some unions criticize government policies on North Sea oil and gas as harmful to the economy.
- Electoral reform is also expected to be discussed, as many trade unions support changing the voting system.
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