00:00The Labour Party says it is moving quickly towards choosing a new leader, with senior
00:05figures backing Andy Burnham and urging the party to unite.
00:09Supporters say avoiding a lengthy contest would help ministers to stay focused on priorities,
00:15including the economy and public services.
00:18Former Minister Al-Khans has not ruled outstanding and says that Burnham's planned speech on
00:23economic policy will help to decide his next step.
00:26The Conservatives say that any incoming Prime Minister should explain their plans to Parliament
00:32without delay.
00:33Labour says its leadership process is underway while government business and parliamentary
00:39scrutiny will continue as normal throughout the transition.
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