Andy Burnham returns to parliament as Labour benches welcome former mayor with cheers and political theatre

Azhar Javaid
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Azhar Javaid
Azhar Javaid is Editor International Affairs of Minute Mirror
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  • Andy Burnham was sworn in as Labour MP for Makerfield this afternoon, receiving a loud welcome from Labour benches as he officially returned to the House of Commons.
  • https://minutemirror.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/VID-20260622-WA0097.mp4 The ceremony was marked by a lively atmosphere, with supporters cheering while opposition voices shouted humorous heckles, including “Rome is saved” and “He’s not the Messiah.” Burnham responded with a light-hearted “Naughty boy,” adding a moment of humour to the proceedings.
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Andy Burnham was sworn in as Labour MP for Makerfield this afternoon, receiving a loud welcome from Labour benches as he officially returned to the House of Commons.

The ceremony was marked by a lively atmosphere, with supporters cheering while opposition voices shouted humorous heckles, including “Rome is saved” and “He’s not the Messiah.” Burnham responded with a light-hearted “Naughty boy,” adding a moment of humour to the proceedings.

The return of the former cabinet minister and Mayor of Greater Manchester has intensified speculation about Labour’s future direction, with some supporters viewing him as a prominent figure in the party’s next chapter.

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