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Burnham Promises Electricity Tax Cuts and NHS Care Reform

By Drooid · Sep 28, 2026, 2:36 AM UTC · How we work

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Andy Burnham opened Labour’s annual conference in Liverpool, pledging hope for Britain.
Burnham announced electricity tax cuts and a cap on bus fares.
Burnham pledged to strengthen the NHS and create a national care service for social care.
Burnham said he will reform privatized utilities, beginning with the water network.
Treasury chief John Healey will present the first budget on Oct. 28 amid rising energy costs.

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Andy Burnham opened Labour’s annual conference in Liverpool, pledging hope for Britain.
Burnham announced electricity tax cuts and a cap on bus fares.
Burnham pledged to strengthen the NHS and create a national care service for social care.
Burnham said he will reform privatized utilities, beginning with the water network.
Treasury chief John Healey will present the first budget on Oct. 28 amid rising energy costs.