Andy Burnham has been formally appointed as Britain's prime minister, following the resignation of Keir Starmer, according to N12 journalist Assaf Rosenzweig. Burnham arrived at Buckingham Palace earlier today for the appointment ceremony.
Andy Burnham has been formally appointed as the United Kingdom's prime minister, according to N12 journalist Assaf Rosenzweig, who confirmed the appointment at 14:22 Jerusalem. The ceremony at Buckingham Palace followed Burnham's arrival earlier today, capping a rapid transition that began with Keir Starmer's resignation.
The Zioneer reported at 13:59 Jerusalem that Starmer had officially resigned and that Burnham was expected to be sworn in. At 14:13 Jerusalem, we reported that Burnham had arrived at the palace for the appointment ceremony. The formal appointment, now confirmed by Rosenzweig, completes the sequence.
The transition follows a period of internal Labour Party friction. As The Zioneer reported on Friday, July 17, Burnham was formally elected Labour leader, replacing Starmer. Starmer's resignation was first reported by The Zioneer on Sunday, June 21, amid growing pressure within his party. Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, is expected to present a new government in the coming days.
No further details on the cabinet lineup or policy agenda have been announced. The appointment remains subject to formal confirmation by the monarch, though the ceremony has already taken place.
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