Andy Burnham's triple whammy in Labour leader race

The expenses claim, the Unite threat and the theory that David Miliband could try to make a comeback

Labour's Andy Burnham
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Andy Burnham's Bank Holiday weekend was spoiled by a trio of awkward stories: first, it was reported that he has been claiming expenses for the rent of a London flat when he already owns one nearby; then there was speculation that David Miliband might launch a bid for the Labour leadership before the next election; finally, it's reported today that the powerful Unite union might withhold support for his leadership bid.

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