Andy Burnham has begun his premiership by promising to “bring back hope” to Britain, saying his government will focus on rebuilding communities, easing cost-of-living pressures and creating a new political and economic model. The former mayor of Greater Manchester entered Downing Street after Keir Starmer’s removal from office by Labour MPs, becoming the UK’s sixth prime minister in the past decade and the seventh since 2016.

Andy Burnham faces a daunting in-tray as Britain’s new prime minister, from a slowing economy and strained services to volatile global crises and US ties.

Andy Burnham takes office as Britain's prime minister Monday, facing mounting pressure to tackle the political and economic challenges that have...

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

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…