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Burnham camp divided over chancellor pick as UK finances worsen
Burnham's camp is divided over a potential chancellor candidate as UK finances deteriorate. Ed Miliband, Shabana Mahmood, and Yvette Cooper are considered contenders to address bond market concerns.
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