Andy Burnham, the former Manchester mayor and Labour leadership contender, is reportedly cautious about appointing Ed Miliband as chancellor, fearing a repeat of the Blair-Brown tensions, according to sources close to Burnham cited by The Telegraph. The sources indicated that Burnham wants to avoid conflict between Number 10 and the Treasury.
As of June 25, 2026, no official announcement has been made, and the Labour leadership race is ongoing. The Telegraph's report, published earlier this week, suggests Burnham is weighing options for his shadow cabinet should he win the leadership.
Ed Miliband, a former Labour leader, has not publicly commented on the speculation. The Burnham campaign has declined to confirm or deny the report, emphasizing that internal discussions remain private.
