Andy Burnham is finalising his cabinet ahead of assuming the premiership on Monday following Keir Starmer's resignation.
Andy Burnham is finalising his cabinet ahead of becoming prime minister on 20 July 2026 after Keir Starmer's resignation.
Survation poll from 10-14 July puts Reform UK and Labour tied at 24 percent, with Conservatives on 21.
Andy Burnham secured 379 nominations from 403 Labour MPs and faced no eligible rival, leading to his unopposed confirmation as party leader.
House of Commons rose for summer recess on 16 July 2026 after blocking a Conservative motion to extend sitting by one day
Keir Starmer declared the end of his political journey during his final PMQs on 15 July 2026, receiving a standing ovation from Labour MPs.
Keir Starmer announced the end of his political journey during his final Prime Minister's Questions session.
Reports from The Telegraph, The Observer and The National indicate Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has privately signalled willingness to approve the Jackdaw gas field amid speculation he could become chancellor under Andy Burnham.
Andy Burnham secured 322 nominations from Labour MPs on the first day of the leadership contest, leaving him as the sole candidate.
Andy Burnham secured 322 nominations from 403 Labour MPs, making him the sole candidate and virtually guaranteed to become the next leader and prime minister.
Labour backbenchers including Fleur Anderson and the New Economics Foundation are urging Andy Burnham to restore UK overseas aid to 0.7 percent of gross national income with a 10-year plan.
