Reeves backs Burnham to become next prime minister
Summary
Chancellor Rachel Reeves supports Andy Burnham as the next prime minister of the UK. Burnham is likely to replace current leader Sir Keir Starmer after his resignation, and Reeves said she is ready to back him despite possible changes to her cabinet role.Key Facts
- Rachel Reeves is the current Chancellor of the Exchequer in the UK government.
- Andy Burnham plans to become the next prime minister and is currently the only candidate for Labour Party leadership.
- Burnham may replace Reeves as chancellor if he becomes prime minister.
- Reeves supports Burnham and says decisions about her role are up to him.
- Sir Keir Starmer resigned recently after several senior cabinet members left their jobs.
- Burnham could become prime minister as soon as July 17 if no one challenges him.
- Reeves stressed the importance of keeping government spending under control to avoid high inflation and interest rates.
- Reeves highlighted her pride in raising minimum wages and improving the economy during her time as chancellor.
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