- Sir Olly Robbins, a former top civil servant dismissed by Keir Starmer earlier this year, is reportedly in discussions for a security-related role with Andy Burnham.
- The potential position would be if Mr Burnham becomes Prime Minister, marking a high-profile return for Sir Olly, who previously served as deputy national security adviser and chief Brexit negotiator.
- Sir Olly was sacked amid a row over Peter Mandelson's failed security vetting for the US ambassador role, with Sir Olly accused of not informing Sir Keir.
- Allies of Sir Olly contend he was dismissed without being given an opportunity to explain his handling of the Mandelson vetting saga.
- Mr Burnham is expected to become the Labour leader and Prime Minister on 17 July, assuming no rival candidate enters the leadership contest.
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