How Shabana Mahmood’s history on tax could spark tension with Burnham allies

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleShabana Mahmood is the frontrunner to be named Andy Burnham’s Chancellor, a move already causing tensions with left-wing Labour MPs due to her past criticisms of tax and welfare policies. Mahmood privately branded Rachel Reeves’ tax hikes as “ridiculous” and “anti-competitive,” opposing measures such as increased employers’ national insurance contributions, scrapping non-dom status, and VAT on independent school fees. Left-wing MPs are concerned about Mahmood’s appointment, given her right-leaning stance and opposition to wealth taxes, which could clash with Burnham’s potential plans to raise significant tax revenue. Supporters, however, praise Mahmood as a “brilliant minister” with the determination to get things done, highlighting her success in controlling immigration figures during her tenure at the Home Office. Burnham faces several financial challenges, including funding a massive devolution rollout, securing devolved income tax powers for mayors, and addressing the crisis in special needs education, which police and crime commissioners warn could lead to increased crime. More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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