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Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has begun his term by reshuffling his cabinet, appointing John Healey as Chancellor of the Exchequer. The move comes alongside new economic policies, including a VAT cut on energy bills, as the government seeks to establish momentum.
Image source, Getty Images By Joe Pike Political correspondent Published 15 minutes ago Shortly after Andy Burnham telephoned a number of Keir Starmer's allies to sack them from the cabinet on Monday afternoon, John Healey received the signal to head to Number 10.
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