UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham sets out his big ideas in Labour conference speech | BBC Newscast

Andy Burnham delivers first his speech to the Labour Party conference as Prime Minister. During an emotional address, the prime minister outlined plans for a ‘National Care Service’ which would be free at point of use, funded in part by proposed changes to the triple lock" from 2030.

He also talked about reforms to the electoral system and housing, and the water system.

The Prime Minister received a long standing ovation when he teared up speaking about his late father, who died just a few weeks ago.

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00:00 Andy Burnham speaks at Labour conference
07:20 PM gives more details on the National Care Service
16:00 What did he say about Brexit and the EU?
20:00 More public control over essential services
29:00 Reform to the benefits system
32:30 Are good vibes enough?