Andy Burnham Hires Top Economists Ahead of Potential Leadership Bid
Labour mayor giving advisory roles to ex-Bank of England economist and others seen as attempt to reassure markets Makerfield byelection – latest updates Three economic heavyweights have been brought in to advise Andy Burnham as he attempts to reassure the markets before his possible return to parliament on Friday and challenge to Keir Starmer . Burnham is understood to be getting advice from Andy Haldane, a former Bank of England chief economist, as well as Richard Hughes, a
Labour mayor Andy Burnham has appointed prominent economists, including former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane, to advisory roles. This move is seen as an attempt to reassure markets ahead of his potential return to parliament and challenge for the Labour leadership. Burnham is also reportedly receiving advice from Richard Hughes, former chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, and Jim O’Neill, a crossbench peer. These appointments signal Burnham's seriousness about potentially seeking higher office and his focus on economic credibility. The Makerfield by-election is also mentioned in context.
Andy Burnham's recruitment of top economists signals a strategic move to bolster his economic credentials and reassure markets ahead of a potential leadership challenge.
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