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Chopper's Political Podcast Episode 108: Is Andy Burnham the man who can save Britain?

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Chopper's Political Podcast Episode 108: Is Andy Burnham the man who can save Britain?

Sit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians.In this episode, Chopper discusses if Andy Burnham will be the man to turn Britain around if he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister. New episodes released every Friday. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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GB News

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· Jul 10, 2026

Chopper's Political Podcast Episode 109: Nigel Farage's explosive resignation - What's really going on?

Sit back, pour yourself a drink and join GB News Political Editor Christopher Hope at his regular table where he will discuss the latest insider political intrigue and gossip with everyone from popstars to politicians.In this episode, Chopper discusses if Andy Burnham will be the man to turn Britain around if he succeeds Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister.New episodes released every Friday. Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

Conservative Home

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· Jul 10, 2026

Sarah Ingham: ‘Head North’ is where you go looking for a Burnham who needs to shake off some old habits

This 10-point plan for solving Britain’s woes was co-written with ex MP Steve Rotheram. it's the Lennon and McCartney of local politics in ITV Granadaland, Our Steve became the first elected Mayor of Liverpool City Region in 2017 when Our Andy conquered Greater Manchester. The post Sarah Ingham: ‘Head North’ is where you go looking for a Burnham who needs to shake off some old habits appeared first on Conservative Home.

Associated Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

LIVE: Andy Burnham delivers speech on his economic plan

Watch live as Andy Burnham, who is running to replace Keir Starmer as British prime minister and Labour Party leader, lays out his economic vision in a speech in Manchester. #uk #andyburnham #live #economy

The Economic Times

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· Jun 22, 2026

Who is Andy Burnham, the forerunner for UK PM?

Who is Andy Burnham, the forerunner for UK PM?

Daily Mail

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· Jun 22, 2026

Gissa job Andy! Labour MPs - including Rayner and Streeting - clamour for a selfie with would-be PM Burnham as they bid for a role in his new regime... but Reeves faces chop

Gissa job Andy! Labour MPs - including Rayner and Streeting - clamour for a selfie with would-be PM Burnham as they bid for a role in his new regime... but Reeves faces chop

DNyuz

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· Jun 21, 2026

Meet Labour’s ‘King of the North,’ the 56-year-old representing Greater Manchester and challenging Keir Starmer

Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who aims to be Britain’s next prime minister. The 56-year-old politician presents himself as an amiable northern everyman who prefers T-shirts to a suit and tie and spends spare time playing soccer or spinning 1990s tunes during DJ battles. He’s also an experienced politician whose career has taken []

JOE.co.uk

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· Jun 29, 2026

Andy Burnham calls out press for ‘wild speculation’

The Makerfield MP name-checked the BBC’s Chris Mason in a quip to the back of the room. Andy Burnham called out the “wild speculation” from the press lobby about who he might appoint to key positions should he become prime minister. On Monday, the Makerfield MP gave his first major policy speech since launching his bid to []

The Economist

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· Jun 22, 2026

Who is Britain's next leader?

Who is Britain’s next prime minister? Sir Keir Starmer has resigned, and it’s all but certain that the new leader will be Andy Burnham. He’s been in politics since 2001 and has spent the past nine years serving as the mayor of Greater Manchester—a stint that’s made him popular with the Labour Party and the electorate.

Al Arabiya English

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· Jun 25, 2026

Who Is Andy Burnham? Trump Says the Man Set to Be British PM Is 'Extremely Liberal' | GNT

On this episode of Global News Today, Tom Burges Watson takes a closer look at Andy Burnham, the politician set to become the United Kingdom's next prime minister following the departure of another British leader. What does Burnham stand for, and what could his leadership mean for the future of British politics? Guest: Peter Kellner, Founder of YouGov #AndyBurnham #UKPolitics #UnitedKingdom #Labour #Trump #Westminster #Manchester #London #BritishPolitics #YouGov #AlArabiyaEnglish #AlArabiyaNews #GlobalNewsToday

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 5, 2026

Meet the UK’s Terrible Next Prime Minister: Andy Burnham

As Americans try to make sense of the latest mess in British politics, one name keeps coming up as the likely next occupant of 10 Downing Street: Andy Burnham. The former mayor of Greater Manchester, always camera-ready and quick with a soundbite, looks set to replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and prime minister. If...

The Standard

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· Jul 9, 2026

Who are the London Labour MPs who have backed Andy Burnham to be Prime Minister?

A total of 43 London Labour MPs have backed Burnham to be the next PM

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 23, 2026

Andy Burnham challenged to call immediate general election if he becomes UK PM

Talk TV Weekend Editor Phil Dave calls out the "hypocrisy" of Labour's Andy Burnham, arguing he must call an immediate general election if he becomes the UK's next prime minister. “There are plenty of people, including Andy Burnham himself, who have in the past called for there to be a general election when we saw so many changes of Tory prime ministers,” Mr Dave told Sky News Senior Reporter Caroline Marcus. “He should call a general election, but somehow, I doubt he will. There’s nothing in the law that says he must though.”

RedState

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· Jun 22, 2026

Morning Minute: Larry for UK Prime Minister?

Morning Minute: Larry for UK Prime Minister?

Ya Libnan

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· Jun 22, 2026

Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North’ and frontrunner to replace Starmer as PM

File photo of Andy Burnham delivers a speech ahead of the June 18 Makerfield by-election, in Wigan, UK on June 13, 2026. © Temilade Adelaja, Reuters Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who is the current frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as Britain’s next prime minister. After losing two bids for the Labour []

Reuters

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· Jun 22, 2026

Andy Burnham sworn in as MP, after Starmer resigns as UK PM

Andy Burnham was sworn in as a member of parliament, after winning a seat in Makerfield, in a vital step towards fulfilling his ambition to replace his party colleague Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain's prime minister. #News #UK #KierStarmer #AndyBurnham #PrimeMinister #Reuters #Newsfeed Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4uUrZTc 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

DawnNews English

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· Jun 23, 2026

🔴 LIVE: Outgoing British PM Starmer Faces MPs in Parliament

Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer takes questions from MPs in Parliament in a closely watched session amid intense political scrutiny. #starmer #ukpolitics #parliament #breakingnews #uknews #london #politics #live --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dawndotcom/ Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/dawn_com Website: www.dawn.com Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

ScheerPost

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· Jul 12, 2026

Burnham’s Contrition On Gaza Is hollow. Watch What He Actually Does In Power

Jonathan Cook Substack Actions speak louder than words, as the saying goes. So far, all we have from Andy Burnham – expected to become Britain’s new prime minister in little more than a week – are words. His three-minute monologue to camera on Gaza, communicated via social media, was carefully, and cynically, calibrated. Labour’s initial response []

BizNews

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· Jun 26, 2026

Andy Burnham enters No. 10: Is Britain's new PM a class warrior or Blair 2.0?

Andy Burnham enters No. 10: Is Britain's new PM a class warrior or Blair 2.0?

9 News Australia

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· Jun 21, 2026

Who is Andy Burnham? | 9 News Australia

After winning a by-election in northwest England and on his return to parliament, Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is poised to challenge Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the country’s premiership. | Subscribe and 🔔: http://9Soci.al/KM6e50GjSK9 | Get more breaking news at 9News.com.au: http://9Soci.al/iyCO50GjSK6 FOLLOW 9News Australia ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9News/ ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NewsAUS ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9news/ Join 9News for the latest in news and events that affect you in your local city, as well as news from across Australia and the world. #BREAKINGNEWS #9NEWS #AUSTRALIA

Voice of Nigeria

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· Jul 10, 2026

British Labour MPs Endorse Andy Burnham for Prime Minister

Andy Burnham is on the verge of becoming Britain’s next prime minister after receiving an overwhelming endorsement from Labour MPs, placing him in a commanding position to succeed Keir Starmer. On Thursday, Burnham revealed that he had secured nominations from 322 of Labour’s 403 members of parliament on the opening day of the nomination process, [] The post British Labour MPs Endorse Andy Burnham for Prime Minister appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.

The West Australian

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· Jul 3, 2026

Burnham says he'll push for voting reform in the UK

The UK MP now widely regarded as prime-minister-in-waiting, Andy Burnham, says he wants voting reform to be part of Labour's policy agenda.

The New Zealand Herald

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· Jul 8, 2026

Election 2026: Are National, Labour MPs acting like they’re on podcasts in these videos? Here’s what they say

Election 2026: Are National, Labour MPs acting like they’re on podcasts in these videos? Here’s what they say

LabourList

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· Jun 27, 2026

‘Andy Burnham and the impact economy’

As Andy Burnham prepares to enter Downing Street, I want to be clear about why I am backing The post ‘Andy Burnham and the impact economy’ appeared first on LabourList.

The i Paper

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· Jun 28, 2026

Introducing the Burnhams – Britain’s new first family

As the Makerfield MP prepares for a potential move into No 10 Downing Street, who are the most important people in his life?

PowerfulJRE

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· Jul 8, 2026

Joe Rogan Experience #2524 - Rupert Lowe

Rupert Lowe is a British politician who has served as the member of Parliament for Great Yarmouth since 2024 and the leader of Restore Britain. Perplexity: Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at https://pplx.ai/rogan. onX Offroad: Try onX Offroad for 50% off- go to https://onXmaps.com/joerogan This video is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://BetterHelp.com/JRE

Fark

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· Jul 10, 2026

Count Binface does a live interview with the BBC. Say what you will about him, but he really knows how to talk trash [Video]

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CBC News

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· Jul 13, 2026

Can the 'King of the North' fix a fractured Britain?

Andy Burnham is leaving his job as mayor of Manchester to become Britain’s new prime minister. Supporters say his ability to connect with voters and fix local issues is what Britain needs on a countrywide scale. Opponents counter that his successes are overstated.

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jun 24, 2026

Bakal Perdana Menteri UK disambut seperti wira

LONDON: Ahli politik veteran Parti Buruh, Andy Burnham, menerima sambutan seperti wira di Dewan Rakyat kelmarin selepas beliau dilihat semakin hampir untuk menjadi Perdana Menteri United Kingdom (UK) yang baharu susulan pengumuman peletakan jawatan Keir Starmer kelmarin. Burnham, yang memenangi pilihan raya kecil minggu lalu, mengangkat sumpah sebagai Ahli Parlimen sebelum disambut penyokong dan rakan ... Read more The post Bakal Perdana Menteri UK disambut seperti wira appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

ArcaMax

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· Jul 11, 2026

Burnham's grip on No. 10 is firm but his plans are not

Andy Burnham is now certain to be the U.K.’s next prime minister. What’s uncertain is almost everything else concerning his plans for government, with their detail still obscure to allies just 10 days out. The former mayor of Manchester very ...

The New European

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· Jun 22, 2026

And now: John Oliver tells US about the incredibly popular David Frost and Laura Trott

Last Week Tonight viewers might have been confused as to who Britain's most popular politicians are - and they wouldn't be alone

Metro

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· Jun 29, 2026

Reform UK announces BBC TV star as its candidate for Greater Manchester mayor

Reform UK announces BBC TV star as its candidate for Greater Manchester mayor

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