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4 key points you need to know from Andy Burnham's first speech as Prime Minister

ANDY Burnham has delivered his first speech after officially becoming the UK’s new Prime Minister.

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Former Scottish Labour first minister urges debate into 'branch office' split

Scottish Labour should debate different ideas after its catastrophic result in May’s Holyrood election, former first minister Jack McConnell has…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Investigation of Nigel Farage over undeclared gifts is ‘kangaroo court’, says Reform MP

Runcorn MP Sarah Pochin says parliament mounting ‘vicious and desperate campaign to stop Reform UK’

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

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'My Work Is Done': Keir Starmer Resigns, Handing the Baton to Andy Burnham

Sir Keir Starmer has resigned as UK prime minister, saying 'my work is done' as he formally handed over leadership to Andy Burnham.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Andy Burnham becomes Prime Minister promising a ’10-year plan for the country’

Mr Burnham became Prime Minister after Sir Keir Starmer resigned saying ‘my work is done’ after two years in No 10.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

'New political, economic model': UK PM Andy Burnham hints at big shifts to regain 'stability'

Andy Burnham has become the UK's 59th prime minister after winning the Labour leadership unopposed, following Keir Starmer's resignation. He is also the UK’s 7th PM in 10 years.

The Times of India · Jul 20

'My work is done': Keir Starmer bows out as PM, says UK 'stronger & fairer'

Keir Starmer has resigned as the United Kingdom's prime minister after two years in office. Andy Burnham will now formally become Britain's prime minister following Starmer's departure. Burnham takes office after replacing Starmer as Labour leader on Friday. The parliamentary system allows for such leadership changes without a general election.…

The Times of India · Jul 20

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Keir Starmer says his work is done as Andy Burnham prepares to take office as UK prime minister

On Monday, Andy Burnham will be inaugurated as the UK’s new prime minister, replacing Keir Starmer, who resigned after two impactful years. Starmer expressed satisfaction with his contributions and the successes of his administration. As the only candidate for Labour’s leadership, Burnham is committed to instilling a sense of stability,…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Who's in Andy Burnham's Cabinet? John Healey named Chancellor as Angela Rayner makes big comeback

Mr Burnham has appointed senior Cabinet ministers to deliver ‘the most significant change moment in our politics for 40 years’

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Keir Starmer's Number 10 goodbye speech in full: 'My work is done'

Sir Keir Starmer delivered his final speech outside No10 as Prime Minister

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Scottish Labour should be allowed to debate different ideas, says McConnell

The Scottish Labour leadership should allow the debate, Lord Jack McConnell has said.

Evening Standard · Jul 20

Could an Intergalactic Space Warrior Unseat Nigel Farage? The Count Binface Phenomenon Explained

Count Binface, a satirical candidate, gains traction in the Clacton by-election against Nigel Farage, fuelled by public discontent and Farage's recent controversies.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

Healey made chancellor, Miliband named foreign secretary and Yvette Cooper becomes health secretary as Burnham picks cabinet – UK politics as it happened

Rayner is back as housing secretary, while Mahmood and McFadden remain in their existing posts

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

When will Andy Burnham become the UK's Prime Minister?

Andy Burnham will become the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Monday, ending months of uncertainty after Keir Starmer lost support of many of…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

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Evening Standard · Jul 20

Andy Burnham insists £12,570 income tax allowance could rise in Budget amid confusion on policy

The new Prime Minister said there was no ‘commitment’ to increase the threshold for starting paying income tax but the move would be considered later this year

The Independent UK · Jul 20

Burnham will need all his political skill to manage both Labour’s factions and the public

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Labour having won the general election in part on a pledge to ‘end the chaos and confusion’, now it is Andy Burnham’s turn to manoeuvre through a difficult metamorphosis

The Guardian - UK · Jul 20

Andy Burnham says he will go ‘faster’ than Starmer. Why is that so hard?

Is the machinery of state jammed, or is the reason for the slow pace of change more personal than institutional?

The National (Scotland) · Jul 20

Andy Burnham told voters ‘heard it all before’ on latest promises to Scotland

SCOTTISH voters have “heard it all before”, the SNP have said, as Andy Burnham promises to put Scotland at the heart of his plans for government.

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Bangkok Post · Jul 20

Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM

LONDON - Andy Burnham will on Monday become Britain's seventh prime minister in a decade, with an in-tray overflowing with challenges that have trounced his predecessors and little time to make his mark.

France 24 · Jul 20

UK’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham vows to ‘build a new economy’ in maiden speech

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham became the UK's seventh prime minister in a decade on Monday after a meeting with King Charles II at Buckingham Palace. The incoming PM pledged to reshape the country's politics and ease its cost of living crisis as he announced a 10-year plan to…

The Economic Times · Jul 20

Andy Burnham vows to 'rewire' Britain as he prepares to take PM office

Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's seventh Prime Minister in a decade on Monday. He promises to "rewire" the nation, focusing on public concerns like the cost of living. Burnham faces numerous challenges, including underperforming utilities and slow economic growth. His first task involves appointing a new cabinet team,…

Evening Standard · Jul 19

Andy Burnham must deliver emergency budget to ‘reverse damage’, says SNP

SNP Westminster leader Dave Doogan is calling on Mr Burnham to deliver an emergency cost-of-living budget when he enters No 10.

Evening Standard · Jul 19

Andy Burnham to enter No 10 promising ‘breathing room’ on cost of living

Sir Keir Starmer is expected to make his own address outside No 10 before heading to the Palace to formally resign.

Evening Standard · Jul 19

Burnham should back ‘proper review’ into Scottish Labour’s fortunes – McConnell

The former first minister also urged the incoming prime minister to scrap the ‘ridiculous’ Scotland Office.

Evening Standard · Jul 19

Loudspeakers to be banned from Downing Street on Andy Burnham's first day as PM

It follows a series of loudspeaker interruptions during speeches by outgoing PMs

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