Burnham says global volatility limited Budget ambitions

Politics · First reported 30 Oct, 14:10 · Updated 14:25

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Andy Burnham said the Budget was less ambitious than he had hoped, citing global turmoil and changing financial forecasts. He also said he would not call an election in 2027, without repeating his earlier commitment that the next election would be in 2029.

Burnham said global conditions and changing figures limited the room to deliver the Budget he wanted.
The Budget included £100 energy-bill relief for millions of households, and raised taxes on banks and gambling to fund support for households and businesses.
Asked about the next election, Burnham said he would not call one in 2027; the report notes this leaves open the possibility of an election in 2028.

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Key facts

Energy-bill relief: £100 for millions of households
Election statement: Burnham said he would not call an election in 2027
Earlier election position: Ahead of Labour’s September conference, Burnham said the next election would be in 2029