Burnham to launch byelection campaign as Green candidate quits after just nine hours – UK politics live
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Andy Burnham due to address supporters as he officially launches campaign to be Labour candidate for Makerfield The UK borrowed more than expected in April as high inflation drove up the cost of pensions and benefits, amid concern over the Iran war and political uncertainty adding to debt costs.
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said public sector net borrowing – the difference between government spending and income – was £24.3bn in April 2026, £4.9bn higher than in April 2025. Continue reading...
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