The governing Labour Party opened its annual conference beside the River Mersey in Liverpool on Sunday, with party leader Andy Burnham pledging to turn the page on a decade of economic and political turmoil.
The event, held along the waterfront of one of England’s major cities, marked the start of a gathering that brings delegates from across the UK together to discuss the party’s direction.
Burnham addressed the crowd, saying he would focus on rebuilding confidence and tackling the challenges that have shaped the past ten years.
The conference is a key moment in the Labour Party’s calendar, providing a platform for leaders and members to outline their plans for the future.
<small>Source: PBS NewsHour — read the original story there.</small>
