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The Andy Burnham era is under way, and the new prime minister is kicking off with a bang - cutting VAT on electricity bills.
He promised the country some "breathing space" on the cost of living, but with prices still rising will anyone actually feel better off? And is it properly funded?
Sam Coates and Anne McElvoy examine what the announcement shows about Burnham's direction of travel in government, as his new cabinet gathers for the first time.
Plus, the duo unpack the biggest cabinet appointments - from John Healey as chancellor to Wes Streeting as defence secretary - after many Starmer loyalists were shown the door.
(c) Sky News 2026: Burnham Day 2: After the purge, the splurge
Reform deputy leader Richard Tice urges Andy Burnham to seize control of Thames Water
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Nigel Farage asks 'What is my sin?' as he mounts staunch defence amid questions over £5m 'gift' and benefits in kind
