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Burnham Takes Helm as UK PM | Calgary News
Andy Burnham is set to become Britain’s next prime minister, stepping in after Keir Starmer’s surprise resignation—making him the seventh PM since 2016. With no election looming, Burnham will formally take over next week as King Charles asks him to form the government. Known for his communication skills, Burnham inherits a nation grappling with economic strain, soaring living costs, and overstretched public services—challenges Starmer also faced. Starmer’s exit follows two years of declining polls and a crushing local election loss in May. Burnham’s first major address today will reveal his…
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