Shadow health secretary Andy Burnham slams 'sell-off' of NHS in visit to Westhoughton

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THE “fight for the NHS” was the shadow health secretary’s rallying call to Labour councillors in Bolton ahead of next year’s election.

Andy Burnham slammed the “sell-off” of NHS services, arguing a vote for the Tories would result in a “toxic mix of cuts and privatisation.”

The Leigh MP used the NHS’ contract with Arriva Patient Transport — which has been criticised by users — as an example of a failing service.

Mr Burnham was at at a Labour fundraiser at Hart Common Golf Club, in Westhoughton. He said: “Who gave them permission to give our services to a bus company?

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