Prime Minister Andy Burnham is signaling more cost of living aid is on the way, but fiscal caution remains paramount. He’s touting early wins like £2 bus fares and lower electricity VAT — funded by shelving digital ID projects — while stressing he won’t gamble with households’ finances. With inflation climbing to a four-month high and global tensions driving up energy costs, experts warn there’s little room for new borrowing without tax hikes or spending cuts. Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are locked in to fiscal rules, yet face mounting pressure as the Iran conflict threatens UK growth — setting the stage for a pivotal autumn Budget.
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