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How the coverage framed it

Coverage of this story was remarkably uniform across all four outlets, with a bias spread of just 0.0 points separating the most left-leaning from the most right-leaning headline. Every outlet confined itself to straightforward factual reporting of Prime Minister Burnham's stated position, and none introduced loaded or partisan language. The only meaningful variation lies in subtle word choice around the degree of commitment conveyed: Al Jazeera and the Times of London framed Burnham as actively wanting engagement — "says he wants to discuss" and "is open to adopting" — while Metro and Sky News used slightly more cautious constructions, noting he "won't rule out" a return and is open to an "honest discussion." These differences reflect minor editorial choices about how to characterize a politician's openness rather than any ideological divergence, and none of the signals flagged suggest an attempt to either champion or undermine the policy.