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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Maja Anushka

Q&A: We’ve been in No 10 when a new PM arrives. Here’s what will happen to Burnham on day one

What happens inside Downing Street when one PM shuffles out the door, making way for their successor? In The Room hosts Helen MacNamara and Cleo Watson have been there themselves – from opposite sides.

Helen MacNamara, former deputy cabinet secretary, has seen many leaders come and go, all from within the civil service. Meanwhile, Cleo Watson, as a No 10 special adviser, has been part of the incoming cavalry. Read Helen and Cleo’s quickfire Q&A from the latest episode below, and listen to the full episode here:

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