Andy Burnham assumes office as UK prime minister after winning Labour leadership, marking his return to Westminster following nearly a decade as Greater Manchester mayor.
Burnham is the leader of the Labour Party
Jul 20, 2026
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What's the storyAndy Burnham will officially become the United Kingdom's Prime Minister on Monday.
The 56-year-old Labour leader will take over from Keir Starmer, who announced his resignation last month.
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