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The Guardian Politics21 Jul 2026

Burnham begins: what awaits the new PM? - podcast

Senior political correspondent Peter Walker and former No 10 press secretary Paul Harrison analyse Andy Burnham’s first day as PM On Monday, Andy Burnham finally realised his long-held ambition to become prime minister. But what problems can he expect to confront now he’s in No 10? Former Downing Street press secretary Paul Harrison talks through the challenges of the office, from the awkward living arrangements to the even more awkward conversations with the president of the US. Continue readi

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BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

How is the new PM's cabinet shaping up?

The BBC's Annita McVeigh talks us through some key appointments as Andy Burnham takes office.

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BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

What we know about the Burnham-Trump phone call

US President Donald Trump and new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham had a brief phone call today following his appointment.

BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Benn sacked as NI secretary, as Bryant named successor

Hilary Benn replaced by a former Anglican priest as part of a Cabinet reshuffle by the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham.

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BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Former Labour leader's son Stephen Kinnock becomes new Welsh secretary

He is the son of ex-Labour leader Neil Kinnock and former MEP Glenys Kinnock.

BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Burnham pledges to 'bring back hope' as he makes Healey chancellor

The new prime minister pledged to make announcements this week to "give people some breathing space".

BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Burnham pledges to 'bring back hope' as he makes Healey chancellor

The new prime minister pledged to make announcements this week to "give people some breathing space".

BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet?

An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham

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BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Burnham has big ideas - but what will they cost?

Every tricky decision and trade off is being watched by the country and the markets at the same time

Express Politics20 Jul 2026

The 12 cabinet members who just got axed by Andy Burnham - full list

Andy Burnham has ousted key figures from the Labour Government after pledging to deliver the biggest change to British politics in 40 years.

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BBC Politics20 Jul 2026

Fiscal control will be my 'first duty' as chancellor - Healey

John Healey says he has worked with Andy Burnham over many years, and shares his values and vision.

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The Guardian Politics20 Jul 2026

Can Andy Burnham’s cabinet fix Britain? – podcast

The new prime minister has promised a ‘circuit breaker’ moment for the country, as he becomes the UK’s seventh leader since 2016. But will he be able to make the changes that are desperately needed? Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey look at how he will try to do things differently and who will be helping him in the cabinet Please keep sending your comments and questions to Pippa and Kiran at politicsweeklyuk@theguardian.com Continue reading...

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