Labour deputy leader Lucy Powell said Ed Miliband would be a good choice for chancellor.
She said his experience shows he is fit for the role.
Powell added that talk about Andy Burnham becoming chancellor is a distraction.
She called the speculation 'chatter' that offers no benefit to the party.
Powell, who serves as deputy leader, stated the party needs a clear finance strategy.
The comment occurred as other senior Labour figures debated backing Burnham in other posts.
Powell’s remarks were reported by Guido Fawkes on 28 June 2026.