10-07-2026 16:09 via moneyweek.com

Could Andy Burnham raise capital gains tax?

Rumours are already swirling about what changes Andy Burnham could make if he were to win the Labour leadership contest – including a shake-up of the capital gains tax regime.The MP for Makerfield looks more-than-likely to gain the keys to Number 10 later this month and is said to be considering Wes Streeting as his chancellor.Should Streeting take on the role, he could look at reforming capital gains tax (CGT) in attempts to drum up much-needed cash for the Treasury.In an interview with t
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