Andy Burnham as UK PM
The gist
Andy Burnham became UK Prime Minister in July 2026 after replacing Keir Starmer as Labour leader.
He took office without winning a national election and now faces Trump.
How it unfolded
- May 22, 2026Andy Burnham launched his campaign in the Makerfield by-election.
- Jun 18, 2026Burnham won the vacant seat in a by-election, beating the populist right Reform Party candidate.
- Jul 2026Burnham became UK Prime Minister after replacing Keir Starmer as leader of the ruling Labour Party.