Andy Burnham’s difficult first cabinet – a visual guide to the options and dilemmas

Published July 17, 2026 · Category: News

Overview

The Makerfield MP enters No 10 as prime minister on Monday. But who will he choose to join him at the table?

Details

Keir Starmer is expected formally to resign as prime minister on Monday morning at Buckingham Palace, with Andy Burnham being invited to take on the role shortly afterwards. Once back in Downing Street mid-morning, Burnham will begin assembling his cabinet.

Source

Originally published at www.theguardian.com.

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