Andy Burnham is on the brink of becoming the next prime minister of the United Kingdom after the Labour Party leadership contest closed with no further nominations expected. The former Manchester mayor has secured strong support among Labour MPs and is preparing for a move into 10 Downing Street. Burnham is expected to shape his cabinet while facing pressure to ensure greater female representation and address concerns over party culture. His upcoming leadership will be tested by major domestic issues including the economy, cost of living, healthcare and defence spending, while international challenges such as relations with the US, European Union, Ukraine and Iran will also demand attention.

Andy Burnham set to become Uk prime minister as labour leadership race ends

Johnson fights to keep power. He backs Britain's exit from the E.U

UK: Boris Johnson fights to retain the position

The political parties of the United Kingdom are gearing up for their upcoming general election. The general election is scheduled to be held on December 12, 2019.

British election: Boris or Corbyn; who will manage to woo the British-Indian voters?

More than 2 million under-35s have applied to vote in Britain's December 12 election since the poll was called just four weeks ago, government data showed ahead of Tuesday's registration deadline.

Millions apply to vote in British election ahead of Tuesday's deadline

Hillary Clinton said Tuesday it was "shameful" that the British government had not published a delayed parliamentary report into possible Russian interference in British politics ahead of December elections.

'Shameful' for UK not to publish Russia meddling probe: Hillary Clinton

If May is able to?poach Brexit-supporting voters from the opposition Labour Party and the United Kingdom Independence Party, her big gamble on a snap election could pay off

Theresa May's election gamble could depend on turnout in Brexit heartlands