Teambuilding Burnham & the Return of Sue Gray
Discussion about Andy Burnham's potential government is intensifying, particularly regarding the role of Sue Gray. Gray, who previously served as No10 Chief of Staff, is speculated to be involved in a Burnham administration, having worked closely with him in the past. Burnham has consistently praised Gray's contributions and her ability to foster relationships within the Labour party.
- ▪Speculation is rising about Sue Gray's potential role in a Burnham government.
- ▪Burnham has publicly praised Gray for her work in mending relationships with regional leaders.
- ▪Gray's involvement has been credited with improving communication between Burnham and shadow teams.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 14:43:34 +0000 |
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Discussion around Burnham’s team is ramping up since Guido revealed a possible No10 staffing structure in an Andy premiership. It’s not just going to be him you know… Some Labour sources speculate that Sue Gray, the erstwhile No10 Chief of Staff, could take up a role in a Burnham government. Gray and the Manchester mayor worked closely together and Burnham was full of praise for her long after she left government: Sue Gray brokered meetings between Starmer and Burnham in October 2023 in King’s Cross and received positive briefings: “Gray was key to reassuring the mayors about the Labour leader’s commitment to devolving significant political powers.” Burnham gave a whole interview the next month about how great Sue Gray was: “The way Sue Gray has gone about working with us and discussing…
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