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From sidelines to centre stage, Andy Burnham on course to be UK’s next prime minister

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The Economist
· 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.
Jamaica Observer
· Jun 22, 2026
UK Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham sworn in as MP
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — The frontrunner to be the United Kingdom's next prime minister, Andy Burnham, was sworn in as a Member of Parliament Monday, a key step in his bid to replace Keir Starmer.Starmer announced his resignation as prime minister on Monday after fewer than two years in office, as calls mounted for the unpopular leader to step down after Burnham won a vital by-election last week.READ: UK Prime Minister Starmer announces resignation
ArcaMax
· Jun 22, 2026
The people around Andy Burnham who could shape UK politics
Andy Burnham looks likely to become the UK’s next prime minister after Keir Starmer announced his resignation and potential rivals endorsed Parliament’s newest MP to succeed him. Assuming he’s able to secure the backing of his Labour Party...
Sky News Australia
· Jun 22, 2026
Growing support for Andy Burnham following Starmer’s resignation
The UK is set for its sixth Prime Minister in seven years following the resignation of Keir Starmer. Newly elected Labour MP Andy Burnham has already indicated he plans to challenge for the leadership, despite only returning to federal politics less than a week ago. Former health secretary Wes Streeting was expected to put his name forward, but has now confirmed he will not run, instead supporting Mr Burnham. Mr Burnham is the former mayor of Manchester, but resigned from that role to run in the Makerfield by-election, which he won.
Reuters
· Jun 29, 2026
LIVE: UK's Andy Burnham delivers speech on economy
Andy Burnham delivers a speech on the British economy. The Labour lawmaker expected to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister, will outline his vision for Britain, his office said, promising to change how the nation is governed and make devolving power from London to regions and local communities his flagship proposal. #andyburnham #uk #britain #keirstarmer #labourparty #economy #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/
BRICS News
· Jun 22, 2026
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JUST IN: 97 chance Andy Burnham becomes the next UK Prime Minister following Keir Starmer's resignation.@BRICSNews
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