Burnham Urges 'Culture Shift' for UK Business
Burnham Urges 'Culture Shift' for UK Business
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The Labour government has faced criticism for raising business costs through changes to employer national insurance and the minimum wage under Burnham’s predecessor, Sir Keir Starmer.
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The July economic expansion was partly driven by investment in artificial intelligence, although experts expect growth to slow as high energy prices weigh on households and businesses.
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The entrepreneurs’ roundtable is expected to include sectors such as AI, fintech, health technology, manufacturing and quantum computing; Fractile, a UK AI semiconductor start-up, is among the companies represented.
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Among the senior executives expected at the wider reception are HSBC chief executive Georges Elhedery, Rolls-Royce chief executive Tufan Erginbilgiç, BT chief executive Allison Kirkby, Aviva chief executive Amanda Blanc and BAE chief executive Charles Woodburn.
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Burnham has pointed to his experience as mayor of Greater Manchester as a model for closer cooperation between government and business, arguing that his devolution agenda could give local leaders the tools to accelerate growth.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is calling for a "culture shift" in how Britain supports business, positioning his government as a partner for growth Business Live. He will meet entrepreneurs, executives and regional mayors at Downing Street ahead of the Autumn Budget, arguing for stronger government backing of risk-taking, easier business creation, and greater local powers to attract investment City AM.
The move comes as the Labour government faces criticism for raising business costs through employer national insurance changes and minimum wage increases Independent. July economic data showed unexpected growth, but economists expect momentum to weaken as elevated borrowing costs and rising energy prices constrain investment Daily Business.
Business Leaders From Major Sectors Attending
The Downing Street reception will include founders and executives from Octopus Energy, Revolut, Starling Bank, HSBC, Rolls-Royce, Shell, and BAE City AM. Senior executives expected include HSBC chief Georges Elhedery, Rolls-Royce chief Tufan Erginbilgiç, BT chief Allison Kirkby, Aviva chief Amanda Blanc, and BAE chief Charles Woodburn Business Live.
The entrepreneurs' roundtable will focus on AI, fintech, health technology, manufacturing, and quantum computing Independent. UK AI semiconductor start-up Fractile is among the companies represented at the meetings Daily Business.
Burnham Plans to Use Local Powers to Boost Growth
Burnham has pointed to his experience as mayor of Greater Manchester as a model for closer government-business cooperation Business Live. He argues that his devolution agenda could give local leaders the tools to accelerate growth and spread prosperity across regions Independent.
The Prime Minister is pledging to support British business ideas and back entrepreneurs as part of the culture shift Daily Business. This includes advocating for easier business expansion and stronger backing for risk-taking in the private sector Business Live.
Economic Growth Faces Headwinds Ahead of Budget
July economic data showed an unexpected increase in growth, offering some relief City AM. However, economists expect this momentum to weaken as high energy prices weigh on households and businesses Daily Business.
Burnham and Chancellor John Healey are preparing the government's first Budget amid weak underlying growth and elevated borrowing costs Business Live. The combination of rising energy prices and constrained investment could prolong inflation in the coming months Independent.
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