Andy Burnham Criticizes Starmer S Policy Against Joining Picket Lines Andy Burnham

The mayor of Greater Manchester is to join Mick Lynch, the leader of the RMT rail union, at the launch of the Enough is Enough movement in the city on Tuesday. The group is calling for lower energy prices and increases in wages and benefits. Speaking to Sky News, Burnham again refused to rule out supporting the Labor leadership in the future, saying he would consider it “one day”. Starmer, the party leader, has fallen out with some union leaders after discouraging shadow ministers from joining the picket lines, which several MPs have done. Starmer’s aides argue that while Labor supports fair treatment and pay for workers, as a would-be governing party it cannot take sides on specific disputes. On Sunday, the head of Usdaw, which represents shopkeepers, called on other union chiefs to stop criticizing Mr Starmer on the policy. Paddy Lillis said it was time for “a degree of silence” from critics such as Sharon Graham, the head of Unite. Asked if he would join a union leader on a picket line, Burnham said, “I would, you know. I don’t see it as controversial. People are struggling for their incomes in a cost of living crisis. Of course you have to recognize the point they make.” Ministers should treat essential workers as they did during Covid, he argued, noting that “everyone was applauding them”. “Now we have to recognize that people will need fair pay rises if they are to keep Britain running in a really tough time.” While Burnham has officially backed Enough is Enough, he told Sky News he could not support another new movement, Don’t Pay UK, which calls on consumers to withhold payment on their energy bills. “At this stage it’s certainly a step I wouldn’t support,” he said. “We must live within the rule of law. We need to maintain a country where people respect the rules and the way they do things. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you to the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online advertising and content sponsored by external parties. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. “I understand why people say that, but I would not in any way recommend that this is the way people should go. What we need is action to make things affordable for people, but I think this kind of call will increase unless we see the scale of action that will be needed.” Asked about his candidacy for Labor leader, Burnham said: “Maybe one day if that was something people would support, but not now because we have a Labor leader providing leadership during the cost of living crisis and I am happy to give my full support to Keir.

title: “Andy Burnham Criticizes Starmer S Policy Against Joining Picket Lines Andy Burnham Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-10-25” author: “Maria Otten”

The mayor of Greater Manchester is to join Mick Lynch, the leader of the RMT rail union, at the launch of the Enough is Enough movement in the city on Tuesday. The group is calling for lower energy prices and increases in wages and benefits. Speaking to Sky News, Burnham again refused to rule out supporting the Labor leadership in the future, saying he would consider it “one day”. Starmer, the party leader, has fallen out with some union leaders after discouraging shadow ministers from joining the picket lines, which several MPs have done. Starmer’s aides argue that while Labor supports fair treatment and pay for workers, as a would-be governing party it cannot take sides on specific disputes. On Sunday, the head of Usdaw, which represents shopkeepers, called on other union chiefs to stop criticizing Mr Starmer on the policy. Paddy Lillis said it was time for “a degree of silence” from critics such as Sharon Graham, the head of Unite. Asked if he would join a union leader on a picket line, Burnham said, “I would, you know. I don’t see it as controversial. People are struggling for their incomes in a cost of living crisis. Of course you have to recognize the point they make.” Ministers should treat essential workers as they did during Covid, he argued, noting that “everyone was applauding them”. “Now we have to recognize that people will need fair pay rises if they are to keep Britain running in a really tough time.” While Burnham has officially backed Enough is Enough, he told Sky News he could not support another new movement, Don’t Pay UK, which calls on consumers to withhold payment on their energy bills. “At this stage it’s certainly a step I wouldn’t support,” he said. “We must live within the rule of law. We need to maintain a country where people respect the rules and the way they do things. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you to the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online advertising and content sponsored by external parties. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. “I understand why people say that, but I would not in any way recommend that this is the way people should go. What we need is action to make things affordable for people, but I think this kind of call will increase unless we see the scale of action that will be needed.” Asked about his candidacy for Labor leader, Burnham said: “Maybe one day if that was something people would support, but not now because we have a Labor leader providing leadership during the cost of living crisis and I am happy to give my full support to Keir.

title: “Andy Burnham Criticizes Starmer S Policy Against Joining Picket Lines Andy Burnham Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-12” author: “Jack Thomas”

The mayor of Greater Manchester is to join Mick Lynch, the leader of the RMT rail union, at the launch of the Enough is Enough movement in the city on Tuesday. The group is calling for lower energy prices and increases in wages and benefits. Speaking to Sky News, Burnham again refused to rule out supporting the Labor leadership in the future, saying he would consider it “one day”. Starmer, the party leader, has fallen out with some union leaders after discouraging shadow ministers from joining the picket lines, which several MPs have done. Starmer’s aides argue that while Labor supports fair treatment and pay for workers, as a would-be governing party it cannot take sides on specific disputes. On Sunday, the head of Usdaw, which represents shopkeepers, called on other union chiefs to stop criticizing Mr Starmer on the policy. Paddy Lillis said it was time for “a degree of silence” from critics such as Sharon Graham, the head of Unite. Asked if he would join a union leader on a picket line, Burnham said, “I would, you know. I don’t see it as controversial. People are struggling for their incomes in a cost of living crisis. Of course you have to recognize the point they make.” Ministers should treat essential workers as they did during Covid, he argued, noting that “everyone was applauding them”. “Now we have to recognize that people will need fair pay rises if they are to keep Britain running in a really tough time.” While Burnham has officially backed Enough is Enough, he told Sky News he could not support another new movement, Don’t Pay UK, which calls on consumers to withhold payment on their energy bills. “At this stage it’s certainly a step I wouldn’t support,” he said. “We must live within the rule of law. We need to maintain a country where people respect the rules and the way they do things. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you to the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online advertising and content sponsored by external parties. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. “I understand why people say that, but I would not in any way recommend that this is the way people should go. What we need is action to make things affordable for people, but I think this kind of call will increase unless we see the scale of action that will be needed.” Asked about his candidacy for Labor leader, Burnham said: “Maybe one day if that was something people would support, but not now because we have a Labor leader providing leadership during the cost of living crisis and I am happy to give my full support to Keir.

title: “Andy Burnham Criticizes Starmer S Policy Against Joining Picket Lines Andy Burnham Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-11-11” author: “Adrienne Wright”

The mayor of Greater Manchester is to join Mick Lynch, the leader of the RMT rail union, at the launch of the Enough is Enough movement in the city on Tuesday. The group is calling for lower energy prices and increases in wages and benefits. Speaking to Sky News, Burnham again refused to rule out supporting the Labor leadership in the future, saying he would consider it “one day”. Starmer, the party leader, has fallen out with some union leaders after discouraging shadow ministers from joining the picket lines, which several MPs have done. Starmer’s aides argue that while Labor supports fair treatment and pay for workers, as a would-be governing party it cannot take sides on specific disputes. On Sunday, the head of Usdaw, which represents shopkeepers, called on other union chiefs to stop criticizing Mr Starmer on the policy. Paddy Lillis said it was time for “a degree of silence” from critics such as Sharon Graham, the head of Unite. Asked if he would join a union leader on a picket line, Burnham said, “I would, you know. I don’t see it as controversial. People are struggling for their incomes in a cost of living crisis. Of course you have to recognize the point they make.” Ministers should treat essential workers as they did during Covid, he argued, noting that “everyone was applauding them”. “Now we have to recognize that people will need fair pay rises if they are to keep Britain running in a really tough time.” While Burnham has officially backed Enough is Enough, he told Sky News he could not support another new movement, Don’t Pay UK, which calls on consumers to withhold payment on their energy bills. “At this stage it’s certainly a step I wouldn’t support,” he said. “We must live within the rule of law. We need to maintain a country where people respect the rules and the way they do things. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you to the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online advertising and content sponsored by external parties. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. “I understand why people say that, but I would not in any way recommend that this is the way people should go. What we need is action to make things affordable for people, but I think this kind of call will increase unless we see the scale of action that will be needed.” Asked about his candidacy for Labor leader, Burnham said: “Maybe one day if that was something people would support, but not now because we have a Labor leader providing leadership during the cost of living crisis and I am happy to give my full support to Keir.

title: “Andy Burnham Criticizes Starmer S Policy Against Joining Picket Lines Andy Burnham Klmat” ShowToc: true date: “2022-12-11” author: “Terri Escovedo”

The mayor of Greater Manchester is to join Mick Lynch, the leader of the RMT rail union, at the launch of the Enough is Enough movement in the city on Tuesday. The group is calling for lower energy prices and increases in wages and benefits. Speaking to Sky News, Burnham again refused to rule out supporting the Labor leadership in the future, saying he would consider it “one day”. Starmer, the party leader, has fallen out with some union leaders after discouraging shadow ministers from joining the picket lines, which several MPs have done. Starmer’s aides argue that while Labor supports fair treatment and pay for workers, as a would-be governing party it cannot take sides on specific disputes. On Sunday, the head of Usdaw, which represents shopkeepers, called on other union chiefs to stop criticizing Mr Starmer on the policy. Paddy Lillis said it was time for “a degree of silence” from critics such as Sharon Graham, the head of Unite. Asked if he would join a union leader on a picket line, Burnham said, “I would, you know. I don’t see it as controversial. People are struggling for their incomes in a cost of living crisis. Of course you have to recognize the point they make.” Ministers should treat essential workers as they did during Covid, he argued, noting that “everyone was applauding them”. “Now we have to recognize that people will need fair pay rises if they are to keep Britain running in a really tough time.” While Burnham has officially backed Enough is Enough, he told Sky News he could not support another new movement, Don’t Pay UK, which calls on consumers to withhold payment on their energy bills. “At this stage it’s certainly a step I wouldn’t support,” he said. “We must live within the rule of law. We need to maintain a country where people respect the rules and the way they do things. Archie Bland and Nimo Omer take you to the top stories and what they mean, free every weekday morning Privacy Notice: Newsletters may contain information about charities, online advertising and content sponsored by external parties. For more information, see our Privacy Policy. We use Google reCaptcha to protect our website and Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. “I understand why people say that, but I would not in any way recommend that this is the way people should go. What we need is action to make things affordable for people, but I think this kind of call will increase unless we see the scale of action that will be needed.” Asked about his candidacy for Labor leader, Burnham said: “Maybe one day if that was something people would support, but not now because we have a Labor leader providing leadership during the cost of living crisis and I am happy to give my full support to Keir.