Andy Burnham to embark on cost of living tour through the UK
No 10 says the prime minister's plans will "give people some room to breathe", but opposition figures accuse him of "hypocrisy".
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"strong fiscal discipline"
— John Healey , Politician
"struggling high street businesses need more than a new PM embarking on a vanity tour this summer."
— Daisy Cooper , Politician
"breathtaking hypocrisy from Burnham."
— Mel Stride , Politician
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Daisy Cooper is the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Mel Stride is the Shadow Chancellor.
Reform's Treasury spokesperson.
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No 10 says the prime minister's plans will "give people some room to breathe", but opposition figures accuse him of "hypocrisy".
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