Burnham Calls for UK Tax Reform: 'Overtaxed Work, Undertaxed Wealth'

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham advocates for tax reform in the UK, arguing that the current system disproportionately burdens working people while overlooking the wealthier segments of society. In an interview with Sky News's Beth Rigby, Burnham stated, "We've overtaxed people's work, and we've undertaxed people's assets and wealth." He suggests that a fairer system would involve shifting the tax burden to better reflect the distribution of wealth. Burnham also points to the underassessment of council tax on high-value properties as an example of this imbalance. Rigby pressed Burnham on the potential for tax increases, referencing a leaked memo from Angela Rayner proposing specific tax hikes. Burnham responded by emphasizing the need for comprehensive reform, including potential changes to land taxation. This interview highlights the ongoing debate surrounding tax policy in the UK and the need to address economic inequality.