Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended his decision to appear on a celebrity episode of Channel 4's Gogglebox, which is part of the annual Stand Up To Cancer charity special. Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor, said he aims to bring lightness and hope to the country through his participation and emphasised his commitment to supporting the fight against cancer.
Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch criticised Burnham's appearance, expressing surprise that he had time to take part given the demands of political office. Badenoch stated that even in her previous roles as a junior minister and secretary of state, she never had time to appear on the show and questioned how Burnham manages his time, suggesting his social media activity might interfere with his duties. The special episode featuring Burnham and Liverpool City Region mayor Steve Rotheram will air on Channel 4 at 21:05 BST.
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