UK politics latest: Burnham to tell MPs he wants to ‘bring back hope’ in first PM speech in Commons

Burnham to arrive as PM to Commons for the first time with pledge to 'bring back hope'

Andy Burnham is expected to arrive at the House of Commons on Tuesday to give his first address as prime minister.

The content of the speech is expected to emphasise the cost-of-living crisis, with Mr Burnham expected to make a case to bring more essential services back into public control, according to The Guardian.

Mr Burnham has announced a series of policies over the summer since his election as Labour leader, and these will now face fresh scrutiny in Parliament for the first time.

A No 10 source said: “Andy is optimistic about our country’s future. He has a clear plan for how we turn things round. He is determined we make this the moment we bring back hope.”