Labour leader is clear-eyed about Britain’s social and economic problems and candid about how Brexit has made them worse

Andy Burnham will become Britain's prime minister facing significant economic and welfare challenges. He aims to boost the economy and improve living standards for citizens.…

The priority will be boosting the economy and improving living standards for voters

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 has taken on the role of Prime Minister of Britain, emphasizing a major shift in power dynamics through decentralization. Among his bold proposals are the elimination…