Andy Burnham to become UK prime minister and pledge political stability in No 10 speech
Andy Burnham will become the UK's prime minister today, replacing Keir Starmer. Starmer will deliver his final address as PM later this morning, before he
Andy Burnham will become the UK's prime minister today, replacing Keir Starmer. Starmer will deliver his final address as PM later this morning, before he and Burnham visit King Charles in Buckingham Palace.
The new prime minister will then give his own speech in Downing Street - he will promise "more breathing room" for Britain, while arguing for a more "stable and responsible" politics.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch wished the new PM "every success" - but warns he is entering Downing Street without a "clear plan”. For the latest
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