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Burnham’s Bold First Move as PM | Auckland News
Andy Burnham is stepping into the Prime Minister’s role amid a turbulent political landscape, inheriting a sluggish economy, soaring debt, and a rising threat from Reform UK. Once known as the “King of the North,” Burnham, 56, is tasked with reviving public confidence, tackling cost-of-living pressures, and decentralizing power to local communities. His first major move? Scrapping a costly digital ID scheme to redirect funds to struggling households. With just three years before the next election—and polls showing Reform UK on the rise—Burnham’s gamble is clear: he’s betting his leadership is…
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