Andy Burnham to be crowned UK's next PM

Britain's ruling Labour Party will confirm veteran politician Andy Burnham as its new leader and the country's next prime minister at a special conference.

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How Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North,’ Conquered U.K. Politics

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A plain-spoken politician from a modest background in northwest England, Mr. Burnham is set to be named Labour leader — and prime minister apparent — on Friday.

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News24 Published 17 July 2026

UK Labour Party to crown ‘King of the North’ Andy Burnham as next PM

NYT Published 17 July 2026

How Andy Burnham, ‘King of the North,’ Conquered U.K. Politics

A plain-spoken politician from a modest background in northwest England, Mr. Burnham is set to be named Labour leader — and prime minister apparent — on Friday.

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