
Burnham Assumes Labour Leadership, Reshuffles Cabinet as Party Reconciles Starmer’s Exit
- Burnham becomes PM, initiates cabinet reshuffle removing Starmer loyalists whilst implementing policy changes including £2 bus fare cap
- Senior minister apologises for off-microphone remarks amid transition tensions
- Labour MPs' public praise for Starmer conflicts sharply with their documented roles in orchestrating his departure
Andy Burnham has become Prime Minister following Keir Starmer's departure, promptly restructuring his cabinet by removing officials aligned with his predecessor whilst advancing new policy commitments, including a £2 cap






