“BABY steps.” Unite general secretary Sharon Graham sums up the lack of ambition in a Budget the labour movement hoped would set a new direction for Britain.The first Burnham Budget is in line with the Prime Minister’s track record since coming to office in July.Modest measures to show the government cares — scrapping standing charges for gas, a £100 rebate to help those on lower council tax bands cope with the cost of heating.

“BABY steps.” Unite general secretary Sharon Graham sums up the lack of ambition in a Budget the labour movement hoped would set a new direction for Britain.

The first Burnham Budget is in line with the Prime Minister’s track record since coming to office in July.

Modest measures to show the government cares — scrapping standing charges for gas, a £100 rebate to help those on lower council tax bands cope with the cost of heating.

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