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Burnham vows to reverse privatisation and austerity
Filed: May 18, 2026 at 7:03 PM ET
Summary: Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham says he would reverse privatisation and austerity if he replaces Keir Starmer.
WHO: Andy Burnham
WHAT: Vowed to reverse privatisation and austerity if he replaces Keir Starmer, while saying he will not rip up UK fiscal rules.
WHEN: May 18, 2026 at 4:43 PM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: He is campaigning and says he would implement these changes if he replaces Keir Starmer.
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