Andy Burnham, the newly appointed UK Prime Minister, will deliver his first speech outside No 10 on Monday, pledging to provide 'more breathing room' for citizens amid economic challenges.

The speech will emphasize the need for political stability and responsibility, with Burnham acknowledging the UK's high turnover of prime ministers.He will frame his leadership as a period of 'reflection and resolution,' urging honesty about the nation's challenges.

Burnham, who succeeded Sir Keir Starmer, faces criticism from opposition figures like Kemi Badenoch, who accused him of being a 'people pleaser' and lacking the resolve to make tough decisions.His policy agenda includes scrapping the government's digital ID plan, advancing North Sea oil and gas drilling, and expanding council housing.Environmental groups have raised concerns about the drilling plans, which contradict Labour's 2024 manifesto commitments.Burnham's team has hinted at measures to address cost-of-living pressures, though details of his cabinet appointments remain unclear.The article highlights the political and economic challenges he faces as the UK's 59th prime minister.