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Burnham becomes Labour prime minister after Starmer ousted

8/28/2026

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Andy Burnham became Labour Prime Minister after Labour MPs ousted Sir Keir Starmer.
Former defence secretary John Healey resigned in June over a 3% defence spending target.
Now chancellor, Healey said the 3% target may be delayed until next year’s budget.
Burnham promised the biggest changes in 40 years while signalling continuity with Labour policies.
Burnham reportedly reversed his earlier position on returning the Parthenon (Elgin) Marbles to Greece.

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Andy Burnham became Labour Prime Minister after Labour MPs ousted Sir Keir Starmer.
Former defence secretary John Healey resigned in June over a 3% defence spending target.
Now chancellor, Healey said the 3% target may be delayed until next year’s budget.
Burnham promised the biggest changes in 40 years while signalling continuity with Labour policies.
Burnham reportedly reversed his earlier position on returning the Parthenon (Elgin) Marbles to Greece.