Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, says he will not rule out bringing back the 50p income tax rate, arguing for a “fairer” tax system. In statements linked to his political campaign, Burnham positions the proposal as part of wider efforts to adjust how taxation works in the UK. The comments come as he seeks to return to Westminster by standing as Labour’s candidate in the Makerfield by-election. Reports describe Burnham as framing himself as a “team player” within Labour politics while also responding to internal party tensions, including a claim that there has been a bid to unseat Keir Starmer. The sources provided focus on Burnham’s stance on tax policy and his candidacy in the by-election, but do not include detailed policy design, timing, or estimates for the impact of a restored 50p rate. The available information therefore centers on his refusal to rule out the change, his wider “fairer” framing, and his attempt to win the Makerfield seat for Labour.