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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Rom Preston-Ellis

Keir Starmer’s two-word answer when asked about Andy Burnham

  • Sir Keir Starmer responded "not today" when questioned about a potential meeting with Andy Burnham .
  • During Prime Minister's Questions , the outgoing prime minister was heckled by a Conservative MP.
  • The heckle, "Andy?", was heard from the Conservative benches after Starmer mentioned having meetings with ministerial colleagues.
  • This exchange occurred after Starmer met face-to-face with Andy Burnham on Tuesday.
  • In their Tuesday discussions, Starmer and Burnham, who is seen as Starmer's probable successor, committed to ensuring a "smooth transition" of power following Starmer's resignation.

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