# Mayoral Race Without New Taxes

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Podcast: [UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/uk-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7493829)
Published: 2026-05-25T05:44:19+00:00
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## Resource

The race for Cheshire and Warrington mayor heats up as both Ben Fletcher and Dan Price pledge no new taxes, sparking debate on funding public services without raising bills. Fletcher, a businessman, champions private investment and fiscal responsibility, while Price, the current Police and Crime Commissioner, admits voters are willing to pay a little more for quality services. With the election just months away and ten of England’s fourteen regional mayors avoiding extra charges, this could be a pivotal moment for how local government funds itself — and what voters ultimately pay. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/99d43c9e08a9fb9d

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