Andy Burnham is expected to become the next British Prime Minister, with reports indicating he plans to reverse the ban on new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea and move away from Thatcher-era policies. His potential leadership has sparked debate, including a backlash over a proposed technology department scrap.

Andy Burnham, a leading contender for UK Prime Minister, has outlined his plans for decentralizing power and resources, promising to shift control out of London and establish a 'No. 10 North' operation in Manchester to empower local leaders.