Andy Burnham poised to become Britain’s next PM after most Labour lawmakers support him
Burnham is expected to be formally anointed as Labour leader next Friday and will be officially named as prime minister on July 20
July 10, 2026 09:50
LONDON: Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming Britain’s next prime minister after an overwhelming show of support from Labour lawmakers left him all but certain to replace Keir Starmer.
Burnham said he had received nominations from 322 out of the 403 Labour members of parliament on the first day of nominations on Thursday, leaving him one short of ensuring he can be the only candidate.
