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KEMI Badenoch branded Andy Burnham a “people pleaser” and not a leader in their first PMQs face-off today. The Conservative Party leader tore into the PM for wanting to spend more on welfare despite not having a spending plan. Kemi Badenoch speaking during Prime Minister’s Questions today Credit: PA Andy Burnham refused to rule out tax rises at PMQs today Credit: UK PARLIAMENT/UNPIXS Mr Burnham also failed to rule out raising taxes when he was pressed by the Tory leader on whether he would hike them. Ms Badenoch said: “I think it’s delightful that he wants to make everyone happy but a Prime Minister needs to be a leader, not a people-pleaser.” Sign up for the Politics newsletter Thank you! She later told the Prime Minister the “honeymoon is over” and urged him to “ditch the vibes” and find money for defence spending. Is Mr Burnham too focused on keeping the public onside to be a successful leader? Have your say in our exclusive poll and share your thoughts below for the chance to win a £100 voucher. Love to debate? Join Sun Club for just £1.99 a month for the boldest opinion on the issues shaping Britain. 1 comment1