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Andy Burnham becomes prime minister – what could be announced?The ex-mayor of Greater Manchester took up top job in politics after Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation. What does a new prime minister mean for you?
By Sam Walker Last updated
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'The Bank of England needs a radical overhaul'Opinion The Bank of England has made many mistakes and is too complacent to face up to them, says Matthew Lynn.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Could Shabana Mahmood succeed Rachel Reeves as the next chancellor?A new prime minister usually means a new chancellor too, and Reeves is expected to leave next week. Shabana Mahmood is leading the race.
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How to solve Britain’s growth crisis: MoneyWeek TalksPodcast Growth has been sluggish in the UK for years, and successive governments have failed to boost the economy. Economist Julian Jessop explains what can be done.
By Daniel Hilton Published
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Can Andy Burnham’s Manchesterism work for Britain?Andy Burnham wants to spread his “Manchesterism” to the rest of the country. But what is it, and will it work?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Will the new Labour leader remove the pension triple lock?The triple lock has served pensioners well, but its sustainability has been questioned over and over again. Will Andy Burnham shield it as Labour leader?
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published
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Andy Burnham should devolve power to the marketOpinion If Andy Burnham is really so keen on devolution, he should hand power to consumers, not mayors, says Matthew Lynn
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Why Britain needs air conditioning nowArguments against the mass adoption of air conditioning in the UK and the rest of Europe once made sense, but not any more. Why have times changed?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Who is Andy Burnham, the ‘Manchester messiah’?Andy Burnham's arrival on the national political stage has been hailed enthusiastically by his supporters. But what kind of a man is he?
By Jane Lewis Published
