Andy Burnham made a speech at Downing Street moments after being confirmed as the UK's new prime minister, speaking about support for Ukraine, ending rough sleeping and stabilising the economy. #EuropeNews

A stagnant economy, disillusioned voters, divided politics and geostrategic turmoil are all challenges for the UK’s new prime minister who takes the helm on Monday.

The United Kingdom's new prime minister, Labour's Andy Burnham, began shaping his government with a cabinet reshuffle and a series of socially oriented announcements, hours after…

The United Kingdom's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers a speech outside 10 Downing Street in London after taking office on Monday. [Isabel Infantes / REUTERS]

Andy Burnham is set to become Britain's seventh Prime Minister in a decade on Monday. He promises to "rewire" the nation, focusing on public concerns like the cost of living.…

Andy Burnham promises unity and tangible improvements as he steps into the UK premiership amid pressing challenges and cabinet uncertainties.