Andy Burnham & Brian Jones (politician)

Andy Burnham: Burnham is the presumptive next Prime Minister, set to take office on July 20. His pledges of fiscal discipline and devolution have been well-received, but his left-leaning stance and lack of recent government experience pose risks.

Brian Jones (politician): Jones, chief secretary to the Treasury, ruled himself out of the leadership and backed Burnham. He emphasized the need for a chancellor who can reassure markets.

Andy Burnham: New PM appointed Healey as Chancellor; faces fiscal challenges.

Brian Jones (politician): Told he will not be part of new cabinet.

Andy Burnham: As the new Prime Minister, Burnham is implementing early policy measures to address cost-of-living pressures, aiming to build public trust and demonstrate his government's intent.

Brian Jones (politician): Cabinet Office minister who unveiled the voluntary scheme sees it scrapped.

Andy Burnham: Andy Burnham is the Prime Minister who appointed Rayner and purged Starmer allies. His leadership style is questioned but he maintains party unity.

Brian Jones (politician): Darren Jones questioned the funding of Burnham's VAT on energy bills plan, adding to criticism of the government's policies.