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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Nina Lloyd

Andy Burnham to outline economy plans in new speech as he prepares to become prime minister

Andy Burnham is poised to pledge economic growth and fiscal discipline, aiming to bolster his credentials as Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation makes him the likely next prime minister.

Having recently returned to Westminster as an MP after his Makerfield by-election win, the former Greater Manchester mayor is expected to deliver a fiscal policy speech next week.

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