Burnham taking holiday abroad after two weeks as UK PM

Allies insisted Andy Burnham would remain in contact with officials and the business of government would continue

Andy Burnham’s social media push appears to be resonating with some voters. But he faces big decisions about how to pay for his promises.

Mr Burnham is taking a break from his day-to-day duties for a long-planned family holiday and is not expected to appear publicly this week.

Allies insist Andy Burnham will remain in contact with officials as the new UK prime minister goes on holiday after just two weeks in the job.