‘Continuity Keir’: Burnham keeping on many of Starmer’s No 10 advisers
Summary
Andy Burnham, the new prime minister, is keeping many of Keir Starmer’s key advisers in his main team at No 10. He has also hired some people from the private sector and campaign groups. His team will soon announce policies on energy, water, and the cost of living.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham is the new prime minister and is forming his No 10 team.
- Many senior aides who worked for Keir Starmer will continue in their roles.
- Jonathan Powell remains national security adviser; Varun Chandra stays as business adviser.
- Graeme Cooke is promoted to head the policy unit.
- New hires include James Purnell as chief of staff and Hayden Munro as political director.
- Sarah Brown will lead the press team; Grace Pritchard will be the prime minister’s spokesperson.
- Alison Phillips is brought in as transition director to help avoid early mistakes.
- Burnham aims to announce plans soon, including possibly taking water companies into public ownership.
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