# The Edition: Burnham's coronation – but does he have a plan for power?

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Podcast: [Best of the Spectator](https://stenobird.com/podcast/best-of-the-spectator-45373)
Published: 2026-06-26T00:00:00+00:00
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For this week’s  Edition , William Moore is joined by the  Spectator ’s political editor Tim Shipman, the drinks writer Henry Jeffreys and the founder and chair of  iNHouse Communications  – and former director of communications for Theresa May – Katie Perrior. This week: another year, another prime ministerial resignation – it’s all becoming a little too common in British politics. The guests give their views on Starmer’s downfall and look ahead to the inevitable Andy Burnham premiership, from his policy agenda to who’s in – and who’s out – when it comes to the Cabinet and all-important role of Chancellor. Facing criticism that he lacks a mandate, not to mention how recently he was elected to Parliament, should he call for a general election? Burnham may be influenced from Gordon Brown’s failure to call one in 2007 but, as Katie warns, snap elections don't always go your way – just ask Theresa May. And do you agree with Tim characterising Burnham as Labour’s first  female  leader.  Also: from Burnham’s black t-shirt to Theresa May’s kitten heels, does it matter how politicians dress? Henry makes his argument that people should always strive to dress well and why – from charity shops to the app Vinted – it’s never been easier to do so. Plus: as the country bakes, what’s the best booze to drink to cool off? Produced by Patrick Gibbons.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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