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Andy Burnham is set to deliver his first address as prime minister outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, where he will pledge to provide the public with “more breathing room.” In his speech, Burnham is anticipated to acknowledge the UK’s rapid succession of prime ministers, emphasizing the need for greater political stability and responsibility.
He is expected to describe this period as one of “reflection and resolution,” urging the nation to face its challenges with honesty. Following his audience with King Charles III, Burnham will officially succeed Sir Keir Starmer, becoming the 59th prime minister of the UK and the seventh person to hold the office in just a decade.
Prior to Burnham’s appointment, Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch criticized him, calling him a “people pleaser” during a time when, in her view, the country requires a leader capable of making difficult decisions and handling opposition from Labour MPs. She added, “The job is not a popularity contest. It is making the lives of all of the people outside this building better. And he has not said what he’s going to do. It’s all airy-fairy stuff.”
Burnham was confirmed as the Labour Party leader last Friday after running unopposed and securing the support of 379 MPs. While some opposition groups have insisted he call a general election to secure a mandate, Labour’s deputy leader Lucy Powell countered by assuring that Burnham would adhere to the 2024 manifesto promises but approach them with greater ambition. Speaking to BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg, Powell said, “He really understands the bigger, bolder measures that are needed to live up to the manifesto promises.
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