Shabana Mahmood backs £1,240 bills for workers if she becomes Chancellor

Shabana Mahmood is reportedly the preferred choice of Mr Burnham for the role of Chancellor, having surpassed Ed Miliband. Following this potential appointment, Mahmood has expressed support for workers facing bills of £1,240. This development occurs alongside updates regarding DWP cuts. Meanwhile, the Labour manifesto maintains a commitment to avoid increasing the basic, higher, or additional rates of income tax for taxpayers as part of its broader economic strategy and fiscal planning.