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EPISODE · Jul 19, 2026 · 24 MIN

What will the appointment of Andy Burnham as the UK's new prime minister mean?

from The Inside Story Podcast · host Al Jazeera

From mayor to prime minister. Labour Party leader Andy Burnham has promised to steer the UK in a new direction. He'll have to balance challenges at home with growing uncertainty abroad. So, what will his appointment mean for Britain's role and position on the international stage? In this episode:  Jonathan Tonge, Professor of Politics, University of Liverpool.  Laurel Rapp, Director, US and North America Program, Chatham House. Mihir Sharma, Principal Research Fellow, Institute for Public Policy Research.  Host: James Bays Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

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