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Andy Burnham hints at new 'death tax' push to pour billions into social care as he vows it must be free at the point of use

Andy Burnham said he is ready to 'grasp the nettle' of the issue and be 'unpopular' after years of wrangling over policies.

Sep 27, 2026

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Andy Burnham hints at new 'death tax' push to pour billions into social care as he vows it must be free at the point of use

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Rookie cop is hailed an 'absolute hero' for chasing down alleged knifeman after being stabbed in the neck

Update issued as counter-terror police lead 'major incident' at RAF base

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‘You will be greatly missed big man’: Tributes for biker who died in A2 crash

Why MPs are pushing for an entirely new state to be added to Australia

Burnham faces Labour conference civil war: Rayner stands by 'drive-by shooting' on immigration plans, Left accuses PM of 'ghosting' - and Chancellor admits he might need to find billions for fuel bailout

Prestwich man charged with attempted murder after Lancashire stabbing

Andy Burnham hints at new 'death tax' push to pour billions into social care as he vows it must be free at the point of use

Orange Order parade is delayed as protesters block Garvaghy Road ahead of first march in nearly 30 years

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