“This is breathtaking hypocrisy from Burnham… they are forcing businesses to close, destroying jobs and driving up prices for the public.”

BBC · Aug 7 · Andy Burnham launches UK-wide cost-of-living tour amid opposition attacks

“If Burnham is really serious about cutting the cost of living, he should adopt our plan for stronger high streets – including scrapping business rates for thousands of high street firms.”

The Guardian · Aug 8 · Andy Burnham launches UK-wide cost-of-living tour amid opposition attacks