Andy Burnham: What to expect from the next prime minister?
An IfG expert webinar explored Andy Burnham’s preparations for No.10.
From mayor to prime minister
Does Andy Burnham’s experience as a regional mayor prepare him for No.10?
Effective transitions of prime minister: lessons for Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham needs to be ruthless with his time and priorities in his preparations for power
No.10 North: Burnham needs to be clear-eyed about the purpose of his Manchester office
An overwhelmed 10 Downing Street could be improved by creating No.10 North.
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See allNo.10 North: Burnham needs to be clear-eyed about the purpose of his Manchester office
An overwhelmed 10 Downing Street could be improved by creating No.10 North.
Andy Burnham must sort out the centre of government on day one
A weak No.10 and ineffective Cabinet Office require urgent attention
Effective transitions of prime minister: lessons for Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham needs to be ruthless with his time and priorities in his preparations for power
Keir Starmer failed to make government work better
The next prime minister’s challenge is to strike the right balance between continuity and change.
What does Andy Burnham really stand for?
The Economist's Hugo Gye joins the podcast to discuss what happens when power changes hands mid-parliament.
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