A former prosecutor compares Andy Burnham and Keir Starmer: warmth vs. competence in leadership
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Nazir Afzal
5d ago· 5 min readenOpinion
Summary
Nazir Afzal, a former chief crown prosecutor who worked closely with both Keir Starmer and Andy Burnham, compares the two Labour leaders as the country undergoes a political transition. He identifies the key difference between them as personable warmth — a quality Burnham possesses that resonates with mistrustful voters. However, Afzal argues Burnham will also need some of Starmer's qualities to succeed in No 10. The article reflects on their leadership styles under pressure and what the public needs from its leaders.
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bskyA former prosecutor compares Andy Burnham and Keir Starmer: warmth vs. competence in leadershiptheguardian.comKey quotes
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Personable warmth is something that mistrustful voters sorely need, and Burnham has it.
But he'll also need a little of what Starmer has to succeed in No 10.
Personable warmth is something that mistrustful voters sorely need, and Burnham has it. But he’ll also need a little of what Starmer has to succeed in No 10, says Nazir Afzal, former chief crown prosecutor for north-west England
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