Rachel Reeves has expressed support for Andy Burnham’s campaign to succeed Keir Starmer as the Prime Minister, despite facing potential removal as Chancellor. Reeves endorsed Burnham as a potential “excellent Prime Minister,” joining other senior figures in the Labour Party in backing his bid for the top position.

Amid speculation that Burnham is a frontrunner among Labour MPs to replace Starmer, discussions are underway regarding his prospective top team. Reeves, anticipating a change in her role as Chancellor, refrained from confirming reports suggesting she might accept a lesser position in a Burnham-led administration, emphasizing her support for Burnham’s candidacy without preempting his decisions.

Reeves expressed confidence in Burnham’s abilities, stating that she believes he would excel as Prime Minister, while emphasizing that the decisions regarding Cabinet appointments rest with Burnham. She highlighted the improved economic conditions compared to two years ago, indicating optimism for the future Prime Minister and Chancellor.

In addition, Reeves encouraged her potential successor, with names like Ed Miliband and Wes Streeting in the mix, to maintain the current economic strategies, which she believes are starting to yield positive results. She suggested that a clear vision supported by the Treasury officials is crucial for economic stability and growth.

Looking ahead to Burnham’s upcoming economic address, Reeves mentioned his commitment to her fiscal policies, expressing hope that future Chancellors would continue to follow the current trajectory, leading to increased investment, growth, and stability in the economy. Meanwhile, the Labour Party’s National Executive Committee is set to finalize the schedule for electing a new party leader and Prime Minister.

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