Andy Burnham Hints at Rent Freeze to Help Struggling Brits
New UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has indicated that a rent freeze could be part of a package of measures to help Brits with the cost of living. In his first speech at Downing Street, Burnham said he wanted to 'give people some breathing space' and is also considering reducing energy bills and capping bus fares. The measures are expected to be announced tomorrow. Critics, including the National Residential Landlords Association, warn that rent controls could reduce housing supply and undermine efforts to end rough sleeping. Burnham also did not rule out raising the top income tax rate to 50p, which would breach Labour's election manifesto. Additionally, he pledged to 'fix' the social care system, citing billions spent on elderly patients stuck in hospitals.
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