Burnham addressing MPs in Commons for first time since becoming PM
Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivered his first address to Parliament, outlining his government's priorities including prison reform and regional devolution. He emphasized a commitment to economic redistribution and welfare reform while facing scrutiny from opposition leader Kemi Badenoch regarding defense and taxation.
Why it matters
This speech sets the legislative agenda for the new administration and signals the policy direction for the UK government's upcoming term.
Media caption, Key moments from Andy Burnham's first Commons speech as PM
In a session that lasted more than three hours, Andy Burnham set out his priorities today in his first address to Parliament as prime minister.
He spoke about the prisoner release scheme to ease prison overcrowding, and said anyone convicted of manslaughter, death by dangerous driving or indecent assault will not have their sentences shortened.
Burnham declared his government will oversee the "biggest redistribution of power we've ever seen", adding that he hoped the creation of No 10 North would be one of his most significant acts.
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