The bulging in-tray of challenges Andy Burnham faces upon entering No 10
From welfare and defence spending to cost of living and geopolitics, we the look at issues leftover from Keir Starmer UK politics live – latest updates Andy Burnham is expected to become prime…
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Ministers say Starmer will set out his intentions on Monday morning with an autumn departure the most likely option
Labour leadership timetable could see Andy Burnham replace Starmer by 17 July
Andy Burnham could take over from Keir Starmer by 17 July, if he continues to be the only Labour MP in the race.

Starmer expected to announce departure plan, clearing path for Burnham to become PM
Ministers say Starmer will set out his intentions on Monday morning with an autumn departure the most likely option

Starmer expected to announce departure plan, clearing path for Burnham to become PM
Ministers say Starmer will set out his intentions on Monday morning with an autumn departure the most likely option

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