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Football now challenges Andy Burnham’s politics over his ties to the UAE

Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s ties to Manchester City and Abu Dhabi investment have become a political liability. The commentary argues that support for the club and the UAE conflicts with Burnham’s stated commitment to control, law and resistance to billionaire power.

• Andy Burnham’s links to Manchester City and the UAE have become a source of political tension.
• Abu Dhabi United Group invested £1bn each in New Islington and Manchester Campus.