Andy Burnham’s decision to scrap Labour’s digital ID scheme may not release extra money for his cost of living agenda, despite the incoming prime minister saying the move will help fund his decision to cut VAT on energy bills. Burnham revealed today he would remove VAT from domestic electricity bills from October 1 in time [...]
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July 21, 2026 at 6:59 AM
Digital ID cut may not free up new cash for Burnham’s cost of living plans
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