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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Lynch and Rosie Shead

5 things we learned from Andy Burnham’s Reddit AMA: From general election plan to pensions triple lock

  1. Andy Burnham, the PM-in-waiting, confirmed he would maintain the controversial pensions triple lock if he becomes prime minister, despite internal debate.
  2. During a Reddit Ask Me Anything session, he ruled out an early general election, stating he would work to the 2024 manifesto.
  3. Burnham expressed his belief that there is scope for negotiating a more ambitious trade deal with the European Union.
  4. He also stated his strong support for proportional representation and intends to persuade his party to include it in their next manifesto.
  5. Other commitments included 100% backing for Ukraine and ensuring the defence investment plan is fully funded, alongside revealing his favourite films like Goodfellas.

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