Duncan Bannatyne Withdraws Support for Andy Burnham Over Transgender Views
BBC Dragons' Den star drops Andy Burnham support over trans views
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Duncan Bannatyne, a former star of BBC's Dragons' Den, has rescinded his support for Andy Burnham, the Labour MP-hopeful and Manchester Mayor, due to Burnham's stance on transgender women using female-only spaces. Bannatyne has now endorsed Rebecca Shepherd, a candidate from the newly formed Restore Britain party, for the Makerfield by-election.
- 01Duncan Bannatyne initially supported Andy Burnham for leadership of the Labour Party but changed his stance due to Burnham's views on transgender issues.
- 02Bannatyne stated he cannot support anyone who believes transgender women should use women's restrooms, emphasizing the need for single-sex spaces for biological women.
- 03Burnham has previously questioned government guidelines regarding the use of women's toilets by biological women.
- 04Bannatyne has endorsed Rebecca Shepherd, the Restore Britain candidate for the Makerfield by-election, as a better option.
- 05Rupert Lowe, the leader of Restore Britain, expressed enthusiasm for Bannatyne's support, highlighting Shepherd's commitment to small businesses.
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Duncan Bannatyne, known for his role on BBC's Dragons' Den, has publicly withdrawn his support for Andy Burnham, the Labour MP-hopeful and Mayor of Manchester, due to Burnham's views on transgender women accessing female-only spaces. Bannatyne expressed his change of heart on the social media platform X, stating, "I can never support anyone that supports trans women using single sex spaces." He emphasized the importance of maintaining single-sex spaces for biological women. Previously, Burnham had questioned government guidance that restricts women's toilets to biological women only. Following his withdrawal of support, Bannatyne has shifted his endorsement to Rebecca Shepherd, the candidate from the newly established Restore Britain party, for the upcoming Makerfield by-election. Rupert Lowe, the leader of Restore Britain, welcomed Bannatyne's support, praising Shepherd's dedication to small businesses and revitalizing local high streets. This political shift highlights the ongoing debates surrounding transgender rights and the implications for political endorsements.
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Bannatyne's endorsement of Shepherd could influence local voter sentiment in the Makerfield constituency, particularly among those concerned about transgender issues and women's rights.
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