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Prime Minister Burnham considers tax increases for autumn Budget

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated tax increases are a possibility in the forthcoming autumn Budget, stating his intention to be "unrealistic" about the "challenging" condition of public finances. He asserted his existing cost of living pledges, including a £2 cap on bus fares and reduced VAT on electricity, were funded commitments.

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