Andy Burnham faces regional trust divide as he prepares to become UK Prime Minister

Andy Burnham, the former Greater Manchester mayor, is set to assume the role of United Kingdom prime minister later this month. A POLITICO‑commissioned poll shows a stark regional split in voter trust: Burnham enjoys a +22 per cent net trust rating in Northern England, while his rating in the South is a –3 per cent net score, with a 24‑point gap in overall approval.

In Wales, Plaid Cymru leaders warn that Burnham’s devolution promises may fall short. They argue his recent statements on housing, education and transport overlook powers held by the Welsh government and cite a leaked memo suggesting a centralising approach. The party urges Burnham to respect the Senedd’s authority and to provide Wales with powers comparable to Scotland’s.