Watching Andy Burnham in Manchester, pronouncing the return of a more old-fashioned, pro-worker left, I had a sense of déjà vu.

Watching Andy Burnham in Manchester, pronouncing the return of a more old-fashioned, pro-worker left, I had a sense of déjà vu.

For some, Andy Burnham's casual communication style is refreshing. Others say it's a carefully crafted facade, disguising the fact that he's a ruthless Labour Party lifer.