Andy Burnham’s Prisoner Release U-Turn — as Gary Lineker Demands Higher Taxes on the Rich

Andy Burnham pauses plans for the early release of criminals after PC Andrew Harper’s widow branded the scheme “deplorable”. Julia Hartley-Brewer and former military intelligence officer Philippa Ingram examine Britain’s prison crisis, overstretched probation service and the risks to public safety. Plus, Burnham unveils a 20% business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues, while frozen tax thresholds pull more workers into higher bills. Gary Lineker joins 120 millionaires demanding greater taxes on wealth, sparking a fierce debate with Green Party activist Dr Ashok Kumar over fairness, housing and the economy.Julia Hartley-Brewer broadcasts on Talk from Monday to Thursday, 10AM to 1PM.Available on YouTube and streaming platforms, along with DAB+ radio and your smart speaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.