Labour conference vision

Andy Burnham set out a big vision at conference focusing on social care and pensions triple lock.

Voter concerns about budget

Some Labour figures fear 'low-key' budget could underwhelm voters with small fixes.

Polling shows 'trying' as key phrase

Polling reveals 'trying' as most prominent word associated with Burnham's leadership.

Government's everyday fixes approach

Downing Street plans 'everyday fixes' like energy bill cuts and small business support.

Strategists warn of 'twee' perception

Some strategists fear focusing on small fixes risks looking 'twee' without bigger structural change.

Budget risks being 'Reeves' style

One MP warned if voters aren't better off by next election, Labour is 'screwed'.

“If voters aren’t better off by the next election, we’re screwed”

Fiscal challenges from Iran war

Iran war created £12bn hole in public finances forcing tax and spending decisions.

Budget expected to be low-key

Budget will focus on fiscal devolution with household support package for energy bills.

Treasury wants long-term changes

Treasury acknowledges need to 'kickstart' longer-term changes at budget.

Political friction over fiscal policy

Prime minister's office and Treasury clash over balancing fiscal responsibility with hope.

Public trust concerns

Labour hopes Burnham's communication skills will maintain public trust during tough budget period.

What happens next

Labour faces potential attacks from Tories and Reform UK but aims to build trust through long-term planning.