OFR estimates informed Andy Burnham's policy priorities shift, while Keir Starmer launched an ID scheme to counter Reform UK's rise.
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What happened
OFR estimates informed Andy Burnham's policy priorities shift, while Keir Starmer launched an ID scheme to counter Reform UK's rise.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.OBR found the Digital ID scheme cost was unfunded, amid Burnham's policy push.1 source
- Andy Burnham announced he will shelve his digital ID initiative.Sub-event
OFR estimates informed Burnham's priorities shift, and Starmer launched an ID scheme against Reform UK.1 source
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The entities involved
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Andy Burnham
British politician (born 1970)
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Office for Budget Responsibility
an advisory non-departmental public body
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Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024
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