In a bid to revitalize the UK's stagnant politics scene, newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham has vowed to bring about meaningful change, acknowledging that the public is "fed up" with the current state of affairs. With the surprise appointment of John Healey as Chancellor, Burnham's government is poised to take a fresh approach to economic management, one that promises to be prudent and responsible. The Prime Minister's speech, delivered after taking over from Keir Starmer, emphasized the need for the government to "do better" in delivering real change, particularly in repairing the damage caused to communities during the Thatcher era. As Britain looks to a new era of leadership, Burnham's words have sparked hope among many who are eager to see tangible progress and a renewed commitment to the country's most vulnerable communities.
New prime minister says government must ‘do better’ to deliver change but promises prudent approach to economyUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has said his arrival in power will “bring back hope” to Britain as he launched his premiership with the surprise appointment of John Healey as chancellor and a promise to repair the damage caused to communities during the Thatcher era.The new UK prime minister acknowledged people were “fed up” with politics as he addressed the country after taking over from Keir Starmer in Downing Street, saying the government needed to “do better” to deliver real change. Continue reading...
