Andy Burnham has outlined his vision for a new political and economic model in his first speech as Prime Minister, promising to bring forward the biggest changes in the last 40 years.
Burnham emphasized the need for reflection and new resolution in British politics, stating that the country needs to show the world that it can regain its stability once again. He acknowledged a disaffection among Britons with politics in general, saying "I know people at home are fed up with politics. I hear you and I want to be honest with you – we have not been good enough, and we need to be better."
As part of his new team, Burnham has appointed John Healey as Chancellor, Ed Miliband as Foreign Secretary, and Shabana Mahmood as Home Secretary. Louise Haigh will serve as Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and First Secretary of State, and Yvette Cooper will oversee health and social care as Health Secretary.
Pat McFadden remains in his post as Work and Pensions Secretary, while Angela Rayner returns to the frontline of Government as Housing Secretary. Jonathan Reynolds returns to the role of Business Secretary, and Lucy Powell continues as Education Secretary. Anneliese Midgley will take on the role of Chief Whip, and Bridget Phillipson will remain as the Minister for Women and Equalities. Lisa Nandy will continue as Culture Secretary, with responsibility for digital and the scrapped Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).
Burnham's new team will be tasked with tackling the cost-of-living crisis and implementing a 10-year reindustrialization plan. He has promised to bring about significant changes to the country's political and economic model, and has emphasized the need for stability and reflection in the face of recent turbulence in British politics.
The Prime Minister has also announced plans to make calls to foreign leaders, including US President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky, as part of his efforts to strengthen international relations and address global challenges.
