Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches
The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.
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"the markets now suspect that this is a traditional tax and spend socialist government with better TikTok videos."
— Andy Haldane , Executive
"That doesn't tell the story. We are not that."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Andy Haldane is the president of the British Chambers of Commerce.
A senior Cabinet minister who ruled himself out of the leadership race.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Lord O'Neill is an economist and former minister who has advised the government.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
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