The political economy of an Andy Burnham government is clear, it will be radically interventionist: nationalising failing utilities like Thames Water, investing in the green transition – and seeing the Iran War as a spur to the ultimate energy security of renewables plus nuclear; building a progressive economy of opportunity and prosperity for all

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Burnham's political vision, termed 'Manchesterism', advocates for a blend of devolution and nationalisation, drawing inspiration from his tenure as Mayor of Manchester.

There has been a muted reaction from the markets to Sir Keir Starmer's departure - but if Andy Burnham does become the next Labour leader - what might his economic policy look…

Nationalisation will simply have the Treasury assume private spending commitments with little knowledge of how to run these businesses, thereby increasing the burden on taxpayers

Andy Burnham could be Prime Minister within weeks after Keir Starmer's decision to step down. Here are some of the policies he could take forward if he gets the keys to No10

Following a shakeup in Labour party leadership, Burnham is pushing public control of utilities as a fix for energy affordability.

Questions are mounting for Andy Burnham over what policies he would implement if he becomes Prime Minister within weeks.

By Matthew Flinders, University of Sheffield (*)<br /> <br /> Resigning as UK prime minister and leader of the Labour party, Keir Starmer said he accepted, “with good grace”, that…

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is expected to give a speech on fiscal policy next week after returning to Westminster as an MP following his Makerfield by-election…

Following British PM Keir Starmer’s resignation, the former Manchester mayor’s dream of a high-tax, high-spending state could become reality.

Following British PM Keir Starmer’s resignation, the former Manchester mayor’s dream of a high-tax, high-spending state could become reality.

A decade after the referendum vote ended David Cameron’s career, British MPs haven’t stopped destroying their leaders.

Slowing growth. Ballooning interest payments. Rising cost of living. Andy Burnham will inherit Labour at a moment of fiscal peril.

If Andy Burnham becomes PM he may enjoy a brief honeymoon but reality will hit him before the nights draw in.

The political economy of an Andy Burnham government is clear, it will be radically interventionist: nationalising failing utilities like Thames Water, investing in the green…

Andy Burnham is plotting a major policy speech next week to bolster his economic credentials as part of his Labour leadership run.

Andy Burnham, expected to become Britain's next prime minister after Keir Starmer resigned, has set out to reassure investors concerned that state spending and debt could rise…