UK's next prime minister: Burnham begins to set out policies for new government

Published 18 July 2026 · politics

Andy Burnham is set to lead the UK Labour Party and become the next prime minister. Supporters see him as the party’s hope for victory

Andy Burnham is set to lead the UK Labour Party and become the next prime minister. Supporters see him as the party’s hope for victory, but he faces major challenges on the economy, living costs, and foreign policy. Al Jazeera’s Milena Veselinovic reports. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App

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