Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?
20-07-2026 11:43 via moneyweek.com

Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?

Andy Burnham is set to become prime minister today, replacing Keir Starmer.Burnham will give a speech in Downing Street around lunchtime, laying out his plans for the UK.The ex-Mayor of Manchester will also announce his cabinet this afternoon.Shabana Mahmood is tipped to become the new chancellor, replacing Rachel Reeves.| Will Andy Burnham 'wilt like a lettuce'? | Could Burnham lower ‘mansion tax’ threshold? | Is the triple lock safe under Burnham? | Who could be Burnham’s cha
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