Burnham ally to unveil ambitious plan to reverse decades of privatisation
Andy Burnham's ally Mathew Lawrence unveiled The Productive State policy paper, proposing a framework to reverse decades of privatisation on Monday. The plan aims for greater state intervention in utilities like Thames Water, addressing the UK's rising cost of living. Lawrence emphasizes that a public-controlled system could alleviate the financial burden on households struggling with essential expenses.
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Published 21 Jun 2026, 16:00 UTC · Updated 21 Jun 2026, 16:10 UTC
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