News · Equities · BBC Business · Wed, Sep 16, 2026 2:00 PM
Burnham rejects 'tax and spend socialist' comments
The prime minister insists he is prepared to take "difficult decisions" at next month's Budget.
OpenBook market desk: The prime minister insists he is prepared to take "difficult decisions" at next month's Budget.
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