Andy Burnham was officially declared leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party on Friday, clearing his final hurdle to taking office as prime minister next week. The center-left party announced the result of a leadership contest to replace departing Prime Minister Keir Starmer, in which Burnham was the only contender. The announcement was a forgone conclusion … Read more
MANCHESTER, England — Andy Burnham, likely the next U.K. prime minister, pledged Monday to give away a chunk of his power by handing greater autonomy to local leaders in a “circuit-breaker” for the sclerotic British state. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. The former mayor … Read more
London — Labour Party lawmaker Andy Burnham, who looks increasingly likely to be Britain’s next prime minister, has previously criticized President Trump, accusing the American leader of bringing “instability” to the world. Current Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced Monday that he would resign in the wake of disastrous local elections in May, and 20 resignations from … Read more
Andy Burnham rises as top pick to succeed Keir Starmer as prime minister – CBS News Watch CBS News British lawmaker Andy Burnham is a favorite pick to replace Prime Minister Keir Starmer following Starmer’s resignation announcement. Author and journalist Ian Dunt has more context. Source link
London — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Monday that he was resigning, less than two years after he led his center-left Labour Party to a commanding general election victory. Starmer vowed an “orderly transition” that should see a new prime minister in place by September, if not much sooner, after months of mounting public … Read more
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Andy Burnham wins highly watched British local election 01:05 UP NEXT Ukraine launches drone attacks on major Moscow oil refinery 00:41 Hegseth announces review of U.S. forces in Europe 01:22 Fire engulfs centuries-old Ukrainian monastery after deadly strikes … Read more
LONDON — Andy Burnham took his first step to potentially becoming the next British prime minister Friday, winning a special election in the small northwest England area of Makerfield. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester, has openly discussed mounting an … Read more