Several outlets report that Britain’s government faces cost concerns related to proposals for providing round-the-clock security to nine living former prime ministers. The discussion comes in the context of a potential change at the top of government, with speculation that Andy Burnham will take office as prime minister later this month and join a situation involving nine living predecessors. One report states that the estimated cost for 24/7 protection could reach up to £100 million per year, framing the issue as a question of affordability. The same account notes that the relevant number of former prime ministers is expected to be nine among those still living. Overall, the coverage focuses on security arrangements for former prime ministers and the associated public spending implications, rather than on specific details of any individual security plan or breach. The reports present the figure of up to £100 million annually as the central point of contention and tie the issue to the upcoming leadership transition and the presence of nine living ex-prime ministers.