The ‘outsider’ PM? Behind the scenes with Burnham
Investigations Editor Daniel Hewitt was given exclusive access to Andy Burnham during his first 100 days as Prime Minister.
Having interviewed him many times over the years, Daniel joins Julie Etchingham and Robert Peston to reveal what he’s learned about the man behind the office – including some surprising similarities to Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and former Conservative Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
The team examine Burnham’s first actions as Prime Minister, how his ambitions have evolved and how radical his first few months have really been. They also explore his very different approach to political communication, from near-constant TikToks appearances, and ask whether his social media strategy is helping him connect with voters or risks alienating some of them.
Watch Burnham: Inside The First 100 Days, a Tonight Special, on YouTube or ITVX.
00:00 Intro
05:00 In Downing Street on Burnham’s first day
05:57 Action on cost of living
12:07 Burnham’s social media strategy
15:20 Are the TikToks too blokey?
18:21 How much do we know about Burnham?
25:52 Changing his mind
30:34 Where are we after 100 days?
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