JAKARTA - Andy Burnham officially took office as British Prime Minister (United Kingdom) on Monday after being elected as the leader of the Labour Party last week.
Burnham, who previously served as Mayor of Greater Manchester, replaces Prime Minister Keir Starmer who will end his term.
Speaking outside the prime minister's official residence at 10 Downing Street on Monday, July 20, Starmer announced the end of his tenure as prime minister.
"My job is done," he said, quoted by ABC News.
"I thank the British people for the opportunity to serve. I leave with a sense of gratitude, with a smile, and with a sense of pride in all we have achieved. Thank you very much," continued Starmer.
Regarding his replacement, Starmer wished Andy Burnham success. "He has my full support," he said.
After his speech, Starmer made a short trip to Buckingham Palace to officially inform King Charles III of his resignation.
Meanwhile, Andy Burnham then also went to the palace, where the King asked him to form a government.
The new prime minister then headed to Downing Street to deliver his first speech, saying Britain must show efforts to restore domestic stability.
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