UK millionaires ask Andy Burnham to tax them more

A group of 120 wealthy British citizens, including Gary Lineker and Brian Eno, has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham advocating for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy. The group, organized by Patriotic Millionaires, argues that a 2% wealth tax on assets over £10m would help address inequality and fund public investment.
Image source, Getty Images By Faarea Masud Business reporter Published 23 July 2026, 10:34 BST Updated 10 minutes ago Millionaires including former footballer Gary Lineker and music producer Brian Eno have written to new prime minister Andy Burnham asking to be taxed more.
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