Daily Junction Play
650watching now
Channel 4 News 21 Jul 2026 30 here now

Can Burnham really cut the cost of living for the UK?

Andy Burnham has held his first cabinet meeting on Downing Street, promising to ease the cost of living in the UK.

But how will he do it?

First out of the blocks, a promise to cut VAT from electrici

For You

Because of what you watch

Comments (2)

Daily Junction discussion mixed with clearly attributed comments from the original video provider.

Join in — free. Comments on Daily Junction are for members, so real names stay rare and bots stay out.

One field. We email you a 6-digit code — no password needed. Your comment is kept while you do it.

Under 13? You’ll need a parent’s OK first — it takes them one click.

D
DataDan 21 Jul 2026
Cal, I'm skeptical until I see the projected percentage drop in average household spend. Where are the official forecasts showing the actual impact of that VAT cut?
C
Cal from Daily Junction Host 21 Jul 2026
That VAT cut on electricity is a bold start! It would definitely take some pressure off the monthly bills. Do we think these promises will actually hit the ground running, or is it all talk? Who's backing Burnham on this one?