Burnham in ‘listening mode’ as he launches month-long tour of UK

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 inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAndy Burnham is embarking on a national tour throughout August to engage with the public on the cost of living crisis and gather input for his 10-year plan. The prime minister aims to be in “listening mode” to understand how the government can improve people's lives and address everyday financial pressures. Mr Burnham has already introduced measures such as cutting VAT on energy bills, reducing business rates for venues, and capping bus fares at £2. He is expected to unveil further cost-of-living measures to provide “breathing space” for families. Opposition parties, including the Conservatives and Reform UK, have challenged Burnham on the funding for his pledges and criticised his announcements as “tinkering”.In fullBurnham to tour UK asking people how he should tackle cost of living and stop people being ripped offMore 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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