# Virtual interviews prevent candidates from shining, Burnham argues

Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has criticized virtual job interviews, arguing they fail to let candidates demonstrate their full potential. His comments come as many companies continue to rely on remote hiring practices. This matters because it highlights a growing concern that digital recruitment may disadvantage job seekers and affect hiring fairness.

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## Sources

### Business
- [BBC Business](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c4g4dkr40deo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 08:47:07 GMT