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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Will Meakin-Durrant

Burnham better suited than Starmer to ‘world of social media’: Cooper

Sir Keir Starmer Yvette Cooper Andy Burnham
  • Health Secretary Yvette Cooper has suggested that Sir Keir Starmer's style of governing does not necessarily work in politics compared to new Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
  • Ms Cooper praised Mr Burnham as being better suited for “a world of social media” and more personally invested in policy creation, including social care reform.
  • She criticised Sir Keir’s management approach, saying that he had a lack of direct involvement in policy development.
  • Sir Keir stepped down as Labour leader in July, pledging his full support to Mr Burnham, who subsequently appointed Ms Cooper to his cabinet.
  • Mr Cooper reflected on the frustrations of frequent cabinet reshuffles while expressing enthusiasm for the opportunities within her new health portfolio.

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