Burnham promised to reverse a series of tax rises which have hit hospitality and small businesses since Labour came to power

The Greater Manchester mayor is currently standing as Labour's candidate in the Makerfield by-election in an attempt to return to Westminster.

The Greater Manchester mayor has previously heavily hinted but ducked out of confirming he would stand against Sir Keir Starmer if he wins a Westminster seat on June 18.

Andy Burnham says he doesn't want to get "ahead of himself", and must first win a by-election later this month.

Manchester mayor targets June 18 parliamentary by-election before launching his bid for No 10.

Andy Burnham has hinted at how he would handle tax policy

Burnham promised to reverse a series of tax rises which have hit hospitality and small businesses since Labour came to power

Burnham has announced that if he becomes prime minister, he will cut business rates for pubs and music venues by 20 per cent in 2027-28.

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