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UK's Burnham targets cheaper bus fares in cost-of-living drive

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British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced on Wednesday July 22 that he would reduce single bus ticket prices by up to one-third as an early measure to address cost-of-living challenges. The policy aims to provide immediate financial relief to commuters. This move is part of a broader strategy by the new government to tackle economic pressures facing households.

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New PM's early action

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Burnham said on Wednesday July 22 he would cut the price of single bus tickets.

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Andy Burnham is Britain's new prime minister.

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  • New PM's early action
  • Targets cost-of-living

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<p>LONDON, July 22 - Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, said on Wednesday he would cut the price of single bus tickets by up to a third as part of early measures to try to ease cost-of-living pressures.</p>

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Andy Burnham is Britain's new prime minister.

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Burnham said on Wednesday July 22 he would cut the price of single bus tickets.

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The cut in single bus ticket prices is up to a third.

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This measure is part of early steps to ease cost-of-living pressures.

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