Andy Burnham has reportedly appointed a former pop band star, described as a former heartthrob, as his senior economic adviser after the individual attracted attention while working at the Treasury. The appointment is notable because it places a figure better known to the public for a music career in a prominent role advising the Greater Manchester mayor on economic policy.

The article presents the move as an unconventional political appointment and links it to the adviser’s previous Treasury experience. However, the supplied text contains no further details about the adviser’s identity, responsibilities, policy remit or the nature of the earlier Treasury controversy.