There is simply no justification for profiteering on this scale when people are struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.
Andy Burnham: “There is simply no justification for profiteering on this scale when people are struggling with the cost-of-living…”
On the recordJune 3, 2026
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Andy Burnham
Labour Party
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thenational.scotEditor's note · Context
Commenting on water companies' profits amid cost-of-living crisis.
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