Andy Burnham on course to be British PM in weeks after Keir Starmer quits
Andy Burnham is expected to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister. He is building a government platform focused on shifting power from Westminster to regional communities. He could take office by mid-July.
What changed
Burnham has outlined a platform centered on regional decision-making and growth.
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Andy Burnham positions for premiership with devolution platform
confidence 90%Andy Burnham is expected to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister. He is building a government platform focused on shifting power from Westminster to regional communities. He could take office by mid-July.
What's confirmed:
- Andy Burnham is the Member of Parliament for Makerfield.
- Burnham intends to increase decision-making power for regions and communities.
Still unconfirmed:
- The UK is set to have its seventh prime minister in 10 years.
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Andy Burnham Returns to Westminster as Keir Starmer Resigns
confidence 90%Keir Starmer has resigned as prime minister, leading to Andy Burnham being sworn in as the Member of Parliament for Makerfield. Burnham is now positioned to potentially become the next prime minister. He has requested three months to prepare for the role.
What's confirmed:
- Keir Starmer has resigned as prime minister.
- Andy Burnham has been sworn in as the MP for Makerfield.
- Andy Burnham is 56 years old.
Still unconfirmed:
- Andy Burnham wants three months to prepare for No 10.
- Wes Streeting backs Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and PM.
- Labour MPs are considering a leadership challenge to prevent a Burnham coronation.