Tuesday briefing: What challenges would Ed Miliband face as chancellor?
Summary
Ed Miliband is a leading candidate to become the UK chancellor if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister. The Treasury, the UK government’s finance department, is very powerful and has a tradition of strict rules on spending and budgets. Experts say someone in this role should be ready to change how the Treasury works for long-term progress.Key Facts
- Ed Miliband is seen as the likely choice for chancellor under Andy Burnham’s leadership.
- The Treasury manages the UK’s budget and economic planning and is known for strict financial rules.
- Some experts believe the Treasury should focus more on long-term growth than just short-term budget control.
- Other potential chancellor candidates include Shabana Mahmood, Pat McFadden, and Yvette Cooper.
- Andy Burnham prefers direct communication with the public, as seen in his Reddit AMA sessions.
- Nigel Farage was reported to attend party events with a convicted fraudster, raising questions about his role.
- President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA to review a red card shown to a USA soccer player but denied pressuring the decision.
- A Jamaican man may be deported from the UK under new immigration rules, marking an early case since new laws passed.
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