Burnham warns axing pension triple lock could be ‘electoral suicide’ ahead of Labour conference

Good morning. Andy Burnham, the new leader of the Labour Party, is set to deliver his first conference speech today, where he will outline a bold vision for Britain. This comes as he prepares to tackle pressing issues that have long been neglected by Westminster, including social care and youth unemployment.

In his speech, Burnham will emphasize that "we can’t carry on as we are" and that the current political landscape has taken Britain backwards. He aims to present a more serious prospectus for the country, stating, "More of the same isn’t good enough and isn’t going to get us where we need to be."

Burnham's plan includes an "honest conversation" with the public about difficult topics. He believes that hope comes from addressing issues that politicians typically avoid.