Burnham Finalising Plans for Government Before Becoming Prime Minister on Monday
He plans a broad Cabinet and new economic measures as he prepares to take office and replace Sir Keir Starmer.
- On Friday, Makerfield MP Andy Burnham was officially confirmed as Labour leader, succeeding Sir Keir Starmer. He will formally enter Downing Street and become prime minister on Monday after Starmer visits Buckingham Palace to offer his resignation to the King.
- As he builds his government, Burnham said he is currently 'finalising' his cabinet choices, with Ed Milliband and Shabana Mahmood tipped as Treasury contenders. He pledged his Cabinet will include all parts of the Labour Party to 'move beyond' factionalism.
- Other senior figures like former transport secretary Louise Haigh and former health secretary Wes Streeting may serve in the new government. Allies stated Burnham intends a 'dynamic start' with measures easing the cost-of-living squeeze.
- Burnham will 'kiss hands' with the King on Monday before visiting 'No 10 North' in Manchester during his first week in power. A removals van was pictured at Downing Street on Friday, signaling the transition underway.
- Prioritizing inclusion, he said he would not seek to 'suspend or punish members who have principled views that may be different from mine,' building unity by 'respecting all shades of opinion.' This approach signals his commitment to party cohesion.
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