Burnham ‘coronation’ will anger some Labour members, party bosses warned

According to The Guardian, Labour members are frustrated with what appears to be a coronation rather than a contest. Andy Burnham is expected to face no challenge in becoming the next party leader, prompting complaints that members are being shut out of the process. The party's leadership has been warned to address these concerns — including not hiring Everton stadium to announce the new leader before nominations have even opened.

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