Government defends flight to Caribbean via Manchester for Andy Burnham

• A government-chartered plane was used to transport Andy Burnham to a Caribbean summit.
• The plane made a stop in Manchester to collect Burnham, leading to criticism.
• No 10 defends the decision, citing security, cost, and operational requirements.
• Critics have labeled Burnham 'Air Miles Andy' due to the additional travel.
• The decision is considered more financially and environmentally costly.