Burnham adviser calls for billions of pounds in borrowing for infrastructure
Jim O’Neill, chief economic adviser to Andy Burnham, called for billions in additional borrowing for infrastructure investment. He emphasized the need for an independent body to manage spending transparently, which could alleviate concerns in the bond markets. With Burnham poised to succeed Keir Starmer, his economic policies are anticipated to prioritize significant infrastructure projects.
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Published 23 Jun 2026, 13:36 UTC · Updated 23 Jun 2026, 14:30 UTC
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