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Who is Andy Burnham, the man likely to replace British Prime Minister Keir Starmer after his resignation?

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation following a party mutiny. Andy Burnham has been sworn in as an MP and is considered the likely successor. The UK is set to have its seventh prime minister in 10 years.

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Keir Starmer has officially resigned and Andy Burnham is now preparing for power.

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  1. Andy Burnham Poised to Succeed Keir Starmer as British Prime Minister

    Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation following a party mutiny. Andy Burnham has been sworn in as an MP and is considered the likely successor. The UK is set to have its seventh prime minister in 10 years.

    What's confirmed:

    • Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister.
    • Andy Burnham has been sworn in as a Member of Parliament.
    • The UK will have its seventh prime minister in 10 years.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Andy Burnham is the man likely to replace Keir Starmer.
    • Andy Burnham is on course to be Prime Minister within weeks.
    • Andy Burnham is known as the King of the North.
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