Andy Burnham was confirmed as leader of the United Kingdom's ruling Labour Party, positioning him to assume the office of prime minister after outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns on July 20, The Guardian reported on July 17. Once sworn in, Burnham will deliver his first address outside Downing Street and name his Cabinet, which Burnham said will comprise figures from across the party, with early policies set to focus on the cost of living.