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Andy Burnham: Manchester Mayor to Prime Minister?

Updated 2026-07-09 09:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Andy Burnham, the mayor of Manchester, is seen as a potential candidate for the next prime minister in the U.K. His background and achievements could shape his national ambitions.

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How England's class divide shaped Andy Burnham, the U.K.'s likely next prime minister

As mayor of Manchester, Andy Burnham brought growth to the postindustrial city. Can he scale that nationally as the next prime minister?

2026-07-09 09:00 UTC