Andy Burnham cuts tax on household electricity... and announces shock chancellor pick

Andy Burnham cuts tax on household electricity... and announces shock chancellor pick

July 21, 2026 · 35 min

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Andy Burnham announces a tax cut on household electricity and discusses his new Labour Cabinet while Julia Hartley-Brewer engages in political commentary with guests.

Andy Burnham unveils his new Labour Cabinet and scraps VAT on domestic energy bills — saving the average household just 86p a week.  Julia Hartley-Brewer challenges Lord Foulkes over the Prime Minister’s cost-of-living offer, defence spending, benefits reform and pledge to end rough sleeping.  Tom Slater delivers his verdict on Burnham’s “hope and change” agenda, Net Zero and Britain’s soaring energy costs.  Also, the latest on the death of Ann Widdecombe as Joshua Kerry is charged with murder.  Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM. Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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