Everything we know as Andy Burnham set to be named Labour leader today

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndy Burnham is poised to become the new Labour Party leader, succeeding Sir Keir Starmer, with his confirmation expected at a special conference in London today. In an upcoming speech, Mr Burnham plans to challenge Margaret Thatcher's legacy, asserting that Britain made significant errors in the 1980s by centralising political power and privatising economic power. His leadership was secured with the backing of 349 Labour MPs and various trade unions linked to the party. Mr Burnham is anticipated to be appointed prime minister after Sir Keir Starmer formally recommends him to the King on Monday. There is growing speculation about his Cabinet selections, with Shabana Mahmood reportedly a potential candidate for Chancellor, though Mr Burnham has kept his plans private. In fullAndy Burnham latest: Incoming PM to be confirmed as new Labour leader today as he promises to undo Thatcher’s legacyMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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