Burnham promises more devolution and public control
By The BriefBrief
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch said Burnham is offering “more government control, more taxes and more politicians” as he addressed MPs for the first time as prime minister. The remarks frame Burnham’s approach as increasing control over essential services.
WHO:Kemi Badenoch
WHAT:Badenoch comments on Burnham’s promises of more devolution and public control of essential services.
WHEN:Reported Sep 1, 2026 at 3:18 PM ET
WHERE:United Kingdom
WHY:Badenoch was reacting to Burnham’s first address to MPs as prime minister and his promises on devolution and essential services.
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