Darren Jones reveals he doesn't want to serve as Andy Burnham's chief secretary despite giving up own leadership ambitions to back the incoming Prime Minister - and takes swipe at remaining leadership rival
Darren Jones explained why he had dropped his own leadership ambitions, and why he still wants to serve in a different role in Mr Burnham's government.
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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Jul 7, 2026, 6:17 PM UTC
- Coverage area: World
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