Harman Urges Burnham to Tackle Immigration in Labour Conference Speech

Harriet Harman demands Andy Burnham address immigration in Labour conference speech, as pressure mounts on party leadership.

Editorial Desk

September 25, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Senior Labour figure Harriet Harman has called on party leader Andy Burnham to confront the issue of immigration directly in his upcoming speech at the Labour annual conference.

Harman emphasized that Burnham “absolutely has to” address the topic, as the party faces mounting pressure over its handling of migration. She made the remarks during an interview with political editor Beth Rigby, highlighting the urgency of the matter ahead of key electoral tests.

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Burnham has previously criticized Labour’s approach to illegal migration, urging the party to take stronger action. He warned that growing public frustration over the country’s perceived dysfunction and ongoing small boat crossings is eroding trust in political institutions.

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