Listen to this story Members can listen to an AI-generated audio version of this article. 1.0x Audio narration uses an AI-generated voice. 0:00 0:00 Become a member to listen to this article Subscribe Curriculum and post-16 education could be among Andy Burnham鈥檚 most 鈥渞adical鈥� policy focuses if he becomes prime minister, experts believe, but ongoing major reforms like SEND look likely to continue. Burnham is the most likely successor to Keir Starmer who announced his resignation on Monday.聽If there is no leadership challenge, the former Greater Manchester mayor could be prime minister by mid-July. But long-awaited education reforms have already been set in motion by Starmer鈥檚 Labour government. Two white papers were only published in February, with the SEND reforms delayed repeatedly. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week subscribe Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits.