Labour's Bold Pivot: Burnham Aims Bigger Reforms Within the Manifesto

Powell says Andy Burnham will be bolder as Labour leader while sticking to the 2024 manifesto, focusing on cost of living and the economy. As PM, he plans a reset that includes scrapping the Digital ID, expanding public ownership of water and energy (including Thames Water), and a council house-building programme, while taking a pragmatic line on North Sea oil and gas. His approach centers on redistributing power and challenging vested interests, though some opponents call for a general election.