How Quickly Could Andy Burnham Become U.K. Prime Minister?
NYT > World News·June 19, 2026

Andy Burnham has clear leadership ambitions, potentially setting him up to become the UK Prime Minister. However, current Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed his intention to resist any challenge to his position. Burnham's path to the prime ministership may be complicated by Starmer's determination to hold on to power. Starmer's stance could lead to a contentious battle for leadership within the party.
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