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Burnham faces scrutiny over £800m in taxpayer loans to Renaker

Burnham faces scrutiny over £800m in taxpayer loans to Renaker

Andy Burnham faces scrutiny regarding the Greater Manchester Combined Authority's financial support for developer Renaker amid debates over housing policy. Critics question the lack of affordable homes as the region grapples with homelessness and ambitious regeneration targets.

Cost of Living ·18 Jul 2026, 07:34 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Andy Burnham eyes energy guarantee, rent freeze and £2 bus cap

Andy Burnham eyes energy guarantee, rent freeze and £2 bus cap

Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is shaping his government's agenda around economic relief, focusing on energy bills, housing, and public transport.

Cost of Living ·16 Jul 2026, 14:39 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Green Party leader backs rent freeze research projecting 2bn annual saving

Green Party leader backs rent freeze research projecting 2bn annual saving

A new research report proposes that freezing private rents at 2024 levels could save the government £2bn annually and provide household savings. Green Party leader Zack Polanski has voiced his support for the findings as the debate over housing affordability continues.

Cost of Living ·15 Jul 2026, 21:03 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Andy Burnham £39bn council house plan faces criticism over output levels

Andy Burnham £39bn council house plan faces criticism over output levels

A report by the Centre for Policy Studies suggests Andy Burnham's proposed expansion of public housing faces significant challenges regarding cost and output.

Politics ·7 Jul 2026, 18:34 ·Clara West 3 min read
How Burnham used £16k of taxpayers' cash to help buy himself a flat

How Burnham used £16k of taxpayers' cash to help buy himself a flat

Renewed questions have emerged regarding Andy Burnham’s past use of parliamentary expenses to acquire a London flat that he continues to own and rent out. Critics argue this history conflicts with his current policy positions on housing and taxation.

Politics ·1 Jul 2026, 21:16 ·Clara West 4 min read