{
  "id": 5095829,
  "title": "Britain’s new finance minister sets date for first big speech on growth",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/britains-new-finance-minister-sets-date-for-first-big-speech-on-growth",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-02T13:22:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Politico EU",
    "slug": "politico-eu",
    "url": "https://www.politico.eu/article/britains-new-finance-minister-john-healey-sets-date-for-first-big-speech-on-growth/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Britain's new finance minister, John Healey, plans to deliver his first major speech on economic growth next week on September 7th, according to four sources with knowledge of the date. The speech, which may focus on growth rather than individual spending policies in the weeks ahead of the upcoming budget on October 28th, is expected to set a vision for economic development involving regional leaders. The address is anticipated to be held at a manufacturing facility outside London. The Treasury has not commented on the matter. Healey, who assumed the role in July following Prime Minister Andy Burnham's appointment, is working on a speech that highlights growth as a primary objective. The government's approach to growth involves multiple departments contributing ideas, with the Treasury driving policy across Whitehall, ensuring every department prioritizes growth. Burnham has emphasized the need for growth to be \"driven with the full authority of the very center of government, in close partnership with the Treasury.\" Healey faces challenges, including high bond yields and low GDP growth, both of which limit his ability to influence key industries. Healey may adapt his speech based on recent market movements, aiming to reassure bond traders with a pro-growth but limited policy approach. The speech is likely to address Burnham's commitments to \"reindustrialize\" Britain, particularly concerning the defense industry. Healey has not set a date for increasing military spending to 3 percent of GDP, a goal he previously announced but now intends to delay until the following year.",
  "summary": "John Healey set for Sept. 7 speech, weeks after Burnham shifted responsibility for local economic growth strategy to No. 10 North.",
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}