Burnham Takes Office as UK Prime Minister: "Will Build New Political and Economic Model"

Andy Burnham, leader of the ruling Labour Party, took office as the 59th Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on July 20, local time.

Burnham was officially appointed Prime Minister after receiving a request to form a government from King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on the afternoon of the same day, which he accepted.

In his first address to the nation, Prime Minister Burnham stated, "This is a time for self-reflection and new resolve," adding, "We must show the world that the UK can regain its stability."

He emphasized, "This is a 'circuit breaker' moment, a moment to bring about the greatest change in 40 years, and a moment for a new political and economic model."

He continued, "I will present a 10-year plan within the year," and added, "I will lay out a path toward the UK we all desire, regardless of our background or political affiliation."

Prime Minister Burnham is the seventh prime minister to take office in the 10 years since the 2016 Brexit referendum.

He is the second prime minister since the Labour Party came to power following a landslide victory in the July 2024 general election.

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