Labour mayor giving advisory roles to ex-Bank of England economist and others seen as attempt to reassure markets Makerfield byelection – latest updates Three economic heavyweights have been brought in to advise Andy Burnham as he attempts to reassure the markets before his possible return to par...
Source: [Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jun/18/andy-burnham-top-economists-possible-leadership-run)