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Burnham to promise 'more breathing room' as he takes over as PM
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Burnham to promise 'more breathing room' as he takes over as PM

From BBC News · () English

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  • Keir Starmer will resign as prime minister on Monday, with Keir Burnham set to become the country's 59th prime minister.
  • Burnham is expected to promise political stability and cost-of-living relief, while also signaling a reset of priorities by scrapping a digital ID plan.
  • The new prime minister's agenda may include taking water and energy companies under public control, but environmentalists urge caution on new North Sea drilling licenses.

Keir Starmer will formally resign as prime minister on Monday, paving the way for Keir Burnham to assume the country's top political office. Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, will officially become the 59th prime minister after meeting with King Charles at Buckingham Palace.

tangible

— Keir Burnham's teamTeasing some of the measures Burnham is expected to take in his first months in charge.

Following the official handover, Burnham is scheduled to deliver an address outside his new Downing Street residence. His speech is expected to focus on delivering "tangible" improvements and providing "breathing room" on the cost of living, emphasizing the need for "honesty and reflection" in politics. He will then begin appointing his cabinet, including the crucial role of chancellor.

breathing room

— Keir Burnham's teamTeasing some of the measures Burnham is expected to take in his first months in charge.

Burnham's team has teased several policy shifts, including the scrapping of a government-issued digital ID for all British adults, signaling a "reset of priorities." The incoming prime minister is also reportedly considering plans to bring water and energy companies under public control. However, environmental campaigners have voiced concerns about potential new oil and gas drilling licenses in the North Sea, urging Burnham to adhere to Labour's 2024 manifesto promise against issuing new licenses, arguing they will not lower energy bills.

honesty and reflection

— Keir Burnham's teamTeasing some of the measures Burnham is expected to take in his first months in charge.
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