Andy Burnham sets out new direction for Britain as he takes power

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2026-07-20

London (PA Media/dpa) - Andy Burnham promised to deliver the biggest change to British politics in 40 years as he became prime minister and swept away key figures from Keir Starmer's government. The centre-left Labour leader promised to provide early "breathing space" for households struggling with the cost of living, vowed to end rough sleeping and set out a goal of "reindustrializing Britain." Speaking outside the door to his Downing Street off......

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