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Andy Burnham says Labour manifesto has room for ‘movement on tax’ – UK politics live

The Guardian UK Friday 03 July 2026, 08:12 UTC By Taz Ali 1 min read
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The Labour MP hinted that he’s open to flexibility for some taxes that could aid high street businessesGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics. Andy Burnham, the lead contender to succeed prime minister Keir Starmer, has hinted at some of his tax proposals as he draws up plans to revitalise Britain’s high streets.

The Labour MP hinted that he’s open to flexibility for some taxes that could aid high street businesses

Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics.

Andy Burnham, the lead contender to succeed prime minister Keir Starmer, has hinted at some of his tax proposals as he draws up plans to revitalise Britain’s high streets.

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