General · 24 June 2026

Andy Burnham faces market test over Chancellor choice

Household borrowing costs could be affected if investors lose confidence in government spending plans. Andy Burnham is trying to strengthen his economic standing while attention grows over whether he would choose Ed Miliband as Chancellor and keep existing budget rules. Jim O'Neill has argued for extra borrowing to pay for infrastructure while staying within those rules.

By BriefTea Editorial · 24 June 2026 at 11:39

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