Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar Set to Become a Minister in Burnham’s Government

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government — here's what that means and what to expect next.

Key points

• Main development: Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government
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Context

This story centres on "Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set to become a minister in Burnham's government". Here is a quick summary of where things stand: It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords.

Additional context on the story: It would mean Sarwar leaving the Scottish Parliament and his leader role, then taking up a seat in the House of Lords. Image source, PA MediaImage caption, Anas Sarwar had called for Sir Keir Starmer to resign in February Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is

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