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New PM cuts business rates for UK pubs in latest cost-of-living measure

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham chats to a pub landlord in Wigan ahead of a by-election for parliament.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham chats to a pub landlord in Wigan ahead of a by-election for parliament on June 5, 2026. © Temilade Adelaja, Reuters

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England on Thursday, his third major cost-of-living measure in three days as the new Labour leader seeks to revive the economy and support struggling high streets.

Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, announced a tax cut for struggling pubs, clubs and live music venues on Thursday, his third major policy announcement in as many days designed to ease the cost-of-living crisis.

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