Andy Burnham: This is the biggest political change in 40 years

(Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images) Andy Burnham is the new leader of the Labour party after the results of the party’s uncontested leadership election were announced on Friday afternoon. In a speech to the party faithful at Congress House in London, Burnham said “I am ready, ready to lead” and claimed that his election as Labour leader was “the most significant change moment in our politics for 40 years.” “It will take us to a country where life is more affordable and all people and places are lifted to where they are now,” he said, saying he would set a clear politician direction. Subscribe to read the full article. Change Browser if you are already subscribed. Subscribe to the New Statesman this summer - 2 months for only £2