Andy Burnham proposes Gen Z tax break amid Brexit debate

UK Labour leader Andy Burnham has outlined a proposal to exempt income tax for three years for young workers, aiming to help Gen Z save a deposit for a mortgage. The measure is presented as part of a broader package to address the generational wealth gap and to mitigate the economic impact of Brexit on younger people.

Burnham says the plan reflects a willingness to consider unconventional policies to solve long‑standing problems such as youth access to home ownership. Critics note the proposal may be difficult to implement and question its fiscal impact, while supporters view it as a signal that the next prime minister could prioritize younger voters and possibly revisit Brexit‑related policies.