Paul A. Szypula @Bubblebathgirl - Video: Andy Burnham Becomes UK’s Seventh Prime Minister in a Decade Andy Burnham, the popular former mayor of Greater Manchester known as the “King in the North,” was formally appointed by King Charles III as Britain’s new prime minister today. The 56-year-old center-left politician returns to national leadership after a successful run revitalizing Greater Manchester, succeeding Keir Starmer amid ongoing political instability. Burnham is the seventh UK prime minister in just over a decade. (Video: AI) Supporters praise his pragmatic, people-focused approach and regional development record. However, critics have pointed to his handling of the Greater Manchester Police crisis while mayor, past policy flip-flops on issues like welfare and the EU, and comments on bond markets and taxation that raised economic concerns. A key moment for UK politics. https://x.com/Bubblebathgirl/status/2079171281799520303