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Anthony Albanese has urged support for his friend, the British prime minister, Keir Starmer, warning voters want stability and not political chaos.

Asked about the expected leadership challenge by newly elected Labour MP Andy Burnham, Albanese says he will work with whoever is elected to be prime minister. Burham is expected to oust Starmer from 10 Downing Street within days.

But I must say that the history of just changing leaders is not a positive one.

I’ve dealt with already four British prime ministers since I’ve been elected as prime minister, and so I think I think stability is a good thing, and I’m on my fourth Liberal party leader as well.

I think it’s a practical step. It’s good insurance.

I’m glad it hasn’t been set for too much longer.