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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Simon English

Five questions facing Andy Burnham on the UK economy

Days after the England football manager was criticised for a lack of adventure and imagination, Britain is about to get a new prime minister who can hardly afford to be any more daring.

Economists say Andy Burnham walks into a tricky situation, with precious little fiscal headroom and where mistakes could quickly prove costly.

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