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The pound edged higher as Andy Burnham took over as British Prime Minister.
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Who
Andy Burnham, Keir Starmer, Shabana Mahmood
What
The pound edged higher as Andy Burnham took over as British Prime Minister.
When
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:07:49 GMT · 17h 22m ago
Where
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Why
Markets are awaiting the new chancellor, with reports suggesting Burnham will choose Shabana Mahmood, easing fears of increased spending and maintaining fiscal discipline.
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The appointment of Andy Burnham as Prime Minister and the potential selection of Shabana Mahmood as chancellor have led to a rise in the pound, indicating investor confidence in fiscal discipline.
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