The likely successor of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Andy Burnham, on Monday refused to name whom he would appoint as ministers of his future government.
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On Monday, former Manchester Mayor and Member of the House of Commons Andy Burnham delivered a keynote speech in Manchester before the start of the election process for the new head of the Labour Party.
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At the moment, Burnham is the only candidate for the post. As previously reported by the British media, the elections may be completed by July 17, after which Burnham may become prime minister by July 20.
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“Although the political direction I have identified is non-negotiable, I will create an inclusive team at the highest level so that all parts of the party and the country are represented. And let me point out that I will not announce my appointment decisions either today or until the end of the process. So feel free to discount any rumors that are being spread,” Burnham, whose speech was broadcast on British television channels, said.
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Describing his political program, Burnham promised to redistribute powers in favor of regional authorities and confirmed his intention to create a representative office of the Prime Minister’s office in Manchester, which will be given part of the functions of the central office.
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“The mission of the representation in the north will be to transfer some of the functions of government to the counties … It’s about providing new opportunities to expand the powers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland,” he added.
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In addition, Burnham promised to launch the largest social housing construction program in the post-war period, reform the tax system and the system of municipal services, as well as engage in reindustrialization.
