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Kemi Badenoch is sounding the alarm over looming tax hikes, warning that Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s unfunded spending plans mirror Liz Truss’s disastrous approach—and could trigger economic chaos. She urges him to slash the welfare bill instead of burdening workers and businesses, pointing to costly proposals like an £18 billion national care service and a massive council house drive reminiscent of the 70s. Badenoch, who sent Burnham a letter offering welfare-cutting help, says she’s received no reply. Downing Street remains vague on funding, while critics slam Burnham’s proposed 10% “death tax” on estates. Treasury chief Emma Reynolds insists current plans can be funded without new taxes—but Burnham’s allies argue that achieving his vision may force a break from past pledges to avoid tax increases.

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