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What No 10 Will Really Be Like For Andy Burnham

What No 10 Will Really Be Like For Andy Burnham

Summary

Andy Burnham is about to start his job as the new prime minister of the UK. Two former insiders who have worked with previous prime ministers talk about what his first day and early time in office might be like, including some unexpected parts of the role.

Key Facts

  • Andy Burnham will soon become the UK’s prime minister.
  • Two guests, Lord Stewart Wood and Lucia Hodgson, share their experience from working with past prime ministers Gordon Brown and Boris Johnson.
  • They discuss what Burnham can expect on his first day at Number 10 Downing Street, the prime minister’s official residence and workplace.
  • The conversation includes plans related to government digital ID for adults in the UK.
  • They also mention topics like how Burnham might handle issues with Thames Water, a major water company.
  • The podcast episode is part of BBC Newscast, a daily political news analysis.
  • The hosts are Paddy O'Connell and Laura Kuenssberg.
  • The episode is about 42 minutes long and available on various smart speakers and BBC Sounds.
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