Britain’s new Prime Minister Andy Burnham signals support for a written constitution for the UK, which currently does not have a single authoritative constitutional document. Speaking shortly after taking office, Burnham links the idea of constitutional change to his wider focus on devolution and a “new constitutional settlement.” According to reporting from both outlets, Burnham argues that his devolution plans point toward a broader shift in how the country is governed. He says the UK needs a “new clear set of principles” for how it should be run and suggests that the absence of a written constitution leaves people debating fundamental issues without clear grounding. Burnham also frames the lack of a written constitution as something that disempowers places affected by disputes over national rules and governance arrangements. He previously called for a written constitution before becoming prime minister. Both sources describe Burnham’s position as emerging within the first weeks of his premiership and presented alongside his efforts to devolve powers to regional authorities.