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Andy Burnham rules out 'crude cuts' to welfare - as he hints that taxes will have to rise
Andy Burnham has ruled out 'crude cuts' to welfare and indicated that taxes may need to increase. The statement suggests a shift in policy approach to address financial challenges.
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