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Politics · 2 August 2026

Prime minister Andy Burnham promises more help with household living costs

Prime minister Andy Burnham promises more help with household living costs

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Prime minister Andy Burnham told the Sunday Mirror that assisting hard-pressed households is his top priority after entering Downing Street. He stated that rail fares and water bills are also in his sights alongside changes already announced. The new leader plans to keep listening to voters on doorsteps to shape his policies.

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