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What would ‘change’ look like if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister? (opens original article in a new tab)

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Andy Burnham's potential leadership would focus on nationalizing utilities, easing cost-of-living pressures, devolving power to regions, and reforming parliamentary procedures.

  • Andy Burnham's allies plan to nationalize parts of the water and energy sectors, starting with Thames Water.
  • Burnham may implement cost-of-living support through rent freezes and shifting levies from energy bills to general taxation.
  • Burnham's government could devolve more power to regional leaders, including control over schools and hospitals.
  • Burnham may reform the whipping system in Parliament to allow more MP autonomy and reduce strict party line voting.

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