Why Andy Burnham has caused a stir on his first day as Labour leader

• Andy Burnham, the new Labour leader, has caused a stir by revealing his method of making tea.
• He said that he puts milk into the mug before adding hot water, believing it “softens the tea bag a bit and makes it stronger”.
• This revelation occurred during a quick-fire interview with PoliticsUK on Thursday, 16 July.
• His tea-making preference has divided public opinion, with some social media users agreeing and others finding it unusual.
• Burnham was confirmed as Sir Keir Starmer's successor after gaining support from 349 Labour MPs and affiliated trade unions.

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Andy Burnham’s tea-making method sparks debate on first day as Labour leader