Daily Star readers have hit out at Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's announced tour of the country to hear concerns about the cost of living, branding it a waste of time and money.
Criticism of the tour
One reader, Pomfretian, suggested Burnham should instead investigate heating oil suppliers, claiming they profiteered after oil prices spiked following tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The reader argued: "You don’t need to tour country every man and his dog knows what’s wrong."
Another reader, GRUMPY OLD MAN, complained about the cost of train tickets and hotels for Burnham's family to travel from Manchester to London, and suggested he read the papers, including Text Maniacs, to get public views.
Lawrence from Antrim echoed the sentiment, saying: "He doesn’t need to we all know the cost of living what a load of tripe."
Other reader comments
Bob expressed hope that Burnham would force dentists to take on NHS patients, noting he had paid National Insurance but couldn't access an NHS dentist.
Brian Linford from Pontefract criticised UEFA for questioning FIFA's governance under Gianni Infantino, calling it "the pot calling the kettle black."
Marie L. said she had stopped listening to Boom Radio due to its focus on Cliff Richard, while Bantaman joked about the audience at the Apollo.
Tony from Formby praised Claire Sweeney, and Brian commented on Meghan Markle's remarks in British Columbia about her "super power" being motherhood, noting she had previously left royal life.
Ferret joked about Spurs finishing 17th, and BLTO accused Ward on the Street of plagiarising Bernard Manning's jokes from the 1970s.
Anon commented on Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Beckham's anniversary messages, while a fan praised Melanie Sykes's bald head.
Phil joked about Africa doing a water aid concert for the UK, and ann suggested Professor Arday should appear on I'm a Celebrity.
Joke of the day
Tony from Worksop shared a joke: "My mate said to me tell me a sport that starts with a t so i said golf!"
