Andy Burnham vows to ‘bring back hope’ as he unveils his cabinet
Summary
Andy Burnham became the new UK prime minister and promised to bring hope back to Britain. He named John Healey as chancellor and plans to ease the cost of living by cutting energy bills and bus fares. Burnham also spoke with President Trump, Ukraine’s leader, and the EU chief, showing his international focus.Key Facts
- Andy Burnham is the UK’s sixth prime minister in 10 years.
- John Healey was unexpectedly appointed chancellor and is seen as a reliable choice.
- Burnham promised new policies to lower energy bills and bus fares to help with the cost of living.
- He plans to consider borrowing more money for infrastructure but wants to manage the economy carefully.
- Burnham made his first calls as prime minister to President Donald Trump, Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and EU leader Ursula von der Leyen.
- Ed Miliband became foreign secretary, and Shabana Mahmood stayed at the Home Office.
- Burnham removed some members loyal to the previous leader Keir Starmer and appointed Louise Haigh as first secretary of state and head of the Cabinet Office.
- Yvette Cooper will lead health and social care reforms, while Pat McFadden remains at the Department for Work and Pensions.
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