Burnham's First Test: Beyond the Soundbites As Andy Burnham stands before Parliament for the first time as prime minister, the country waits with bated breath to see how he will address the pressing issues facing this nation.
The real question is not whether he can charm his way through Prime Minister's Questions or deliver a convincing speech at the party conference – it's whether he has a clear plan to tackle the mountain of problems.
Six weeks after taking office, Burnham's summer tour may have been successful in terms of public relations, but now he faces a stark reality check.