My strategy in this market has generally been to lay Andy Burnham and back long odds bets and I am adding John Healey to that portfolio. He could be the compromise candidate and this has all the hallmarks of being an excellent trading bet.

Healey’s done well at Defence, he appears competent which is more than can be said for some of his colleagues.

I also think the 33/1 that William Hill are offering on Hilary Benn is worth a punt.

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