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The Guardian World Wednesday 22 July 2026, 08:14 UTC By Taz Ali 1 min read
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Earlier this week, Burnham’s new government faced questions about how the removal of VAT on electricity bills would be fundedGood morning and welcome to our live coverage of UK politics. Andy Burnham’s new government is facing fresh questions on how it will fund its new policies aimed at easing the cost of living, after the prime minister announced a £2 cap on single bus fares this morning.

Earlier this week, Burnham’s new government faced questions about how the removal of VAT on electricity bills would be funded

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

Andy Burnham’s new government is facing fresh questions on how it will fund its new policies aimed at easing the cost of living, after the prime minister announced a £2 cap on single bus fares this morning.

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