Episode

A firm Andy: what are new British PM’s plans?

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The Intelligence from The Economist
Published
Jul 20, 2026
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Summary

Andy Burnham faces tough challenges as Britain’s new prime minister, both within his party and the country at large. Our correspondent analyses his prospects. After years of strife, how can Syria be rebuilt ? And food markets have changed New York. Guests and host: Hugo Gye, Britain political correspondent Gareth Browne, Middle East correspondent Annie Crabill, senior digital editor Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered:  Andy Burnham, Keir Starmer, prime minister Syria, Ahmad al-Sharaa, Assad New York, street markets, farmers’ markets Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology— subscribe to The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.