Andy Burnham’s first Labour cabinet: who’s in and who’s out?

The Guardian reports that Andy Burnham, the UK's new Prime Minister, has named his first cabinet. Burnham had promised to build an inclusive government spanning all wings of the Labour party, but his selections tell a different story: many allies of his predecessor, Keir Starmer — particularly those on the party's right wing — have been removed from office. The reshuffling marks a significant political realignment as the new PM consolidates control.

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