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Who is the UK’s PM-in-waiting Andy Burnham? And what does his political record tell us about the next British government?
In this episode of The Deep Dive, Ahmed is joined by investigative journalist Matt Kennard to examine Andy Burnham’s political career, from his time under New Labour and his vote for the Iraq War, to his positions on Israel, Palestine, the NHS and the future direction of British politics.
Kennard reflects on why Burnham’s record matters more than his public image, and what his potential leadership could mean for issues including Gaza, foreign policy and the wider political landscape in Britain.
The conversation also explores the state of British democracy, the decline of traditional party politics, the rise of the Green Party, and whether a new political movement can emerge outside the Labour–Conservative system.
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00:00 Intro
01:55 Burnham’s rise under New Labour
03:12 Iraq War and political accountability
05:45 Burnham’s record on Israel and Palestine
09:38 Blowing with the wind
12:43 Does his Gaza ceasefire position show he is different?
14:48 Labour, Gaza and the party’s base
19:24 The Green Party and the future of British politics
24:55 Should progressives work with Labour?
32:00 Democracy, the establishment and political change
36:16 Pessimistic or optimistic?
Who is the UK’s PM-in-waiting Andy Burnham? And what does his political record tell us about the next British government?
In this episode of The Deep Dive, Ahmed is joined by investigative journalist Matt Kennard to examine Andy Burnham’s political career, from his time under New Labour and his vote for the Iraq War, to his positions on Israel, Palestine, the NHS and the future direction of British politics.
Kennard reflects on why Burnham’s record matters more than his public image, and what his potential leadership could mean for issues including Gaza, foreign policy and the wider political landscape in Britain.
The conversation also explores the state of British democracy, the decline of traditional party politics, the rise of the Green Party, and whether a new political movement can emerge outside the Labour–Conservative system.
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👉 Follow us:
https://x.com/PDeepDive
instagram.com/palestinedeepdive
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*DISCLAIMER:*
The views and opinions expressed by guests on Palestine Deep Dive are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or editorial position of Palestine Deep Dive.
Palestine Deep Dive is committed to fostering informed, open and respectful dialogue for a broad range of perspectives on Palestine-related issues, developments and conversations of significant public interest. Publishing these discussions does not imply agreement with, endorsement of, or verification of every claim made by participants. Viewers are encouraged to engage critically and consult a range of sources.
00:00 Intro
01:55 Burnham’s rise under New Labour
03:12 Iraq War and political accountability
05:45 Burnham’s record on Israel and Palestine
09:38 Blowing with the wind
12:43 Does his Gaza ceasefire position show he is different?
14:48 Labour, Gaza and the party’s base
19:24 The Green Party and the future of British politics
24:55 Should progressives work with Labour?
32:00 Democracy, the establishment and political change
36:16 Pessimistic or optimistic?
