The economic challenges facing the next prime minister
Though the person in charge of the country will change, the fiscal issues remain the same.
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Former health secretary who authored the youth engagement report.
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
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