Who is Andy Burnham? 'King of the North' who became Britain's Prime Minister [Courtesy/BBC]
Andy Burnham's rise to Britain's highest political office has been anything but conventional.
Once known as the outspoken Mayor of Greater Manchester and dubbed the "King of the North" for his fierce defence of regional interests, Burnham has now completed a remarkable journey from local champion to UK Prime Minister.
Here's a closer look at the man leading Britain.
Burnham is a senior British Labour politician who built his reputation championing northern England and defending public services before becoming the UK's Prime Minister.
