17.07.2026 17:01
Andy Burnham, known in the political world as the "King of the North," won the leadership race of the ruling Labour Party in the UK. Burnham, who was elected as the party's new leader, is expected to be officially sworn in on Monday to take over as prime minister from the resigning Keir Starmer. Burnham, who is preparing to take the title of the UK's new prime minister, gave very clear messages in his first statement after his victory, saying, "We will restore hope to the people."
The leadership race in the UK's ruling Labour Party has ended. The party's new leader is Andy Burnham, known in British politics as the "King of the North." Burnham is expected to officially take office as Prime Minister on Monday.
Burnham, preparing to take over the role, delivered messages of unity, solidarity, and change in his first speech as party leader.
"WE WILL RESTORE HOPE TO THE PEOPLE"
In his speech, the new Prime Minister Burnham emphasized that society has long awaited hope from politics, stating:
"We are united and we are putting that power from this unity at the service of the people and places who have been waiting far too long for politics to give them hope again. And we will do it; we will restore hope to everyone."
Burnham also praised outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whom he will succeed on Monday, expressing thanks on behalf of his party and country in glowing terms.
"CABINET WILL REPRESENT ALL SECTORS"
Providing initial hints about the structure of the new government and cabinet, Burnham signaled an administration that would encompass all wings of the Labour Party. Stating that he has not yet finalized the cabinet members, Burnham noted:
"I haven't decided who will be on the management team yet, but I will soon. When I announce this decision, you will see that they represent all parts of our party and our entire community."
Following this leadership change that has created great excitement in British politics, attention now turns to the official handover ceremony on Monday and the new cabinet Burnham will announce.