John Healey vows to give ‘breathing space’ to consumers and businesses in first budget
Speaking at IMF meeting, chancellor says he will stick to fiscal rules while recognising business and living costs UK politics live – latest updates…
The Guardian reports: Speaking at IMF meeting, chancellor says he will stick to fiscal rules while recognising business and living costs UK politics live – latest updates Business live – latest updates John Healey has promised to use his first budget in a fortnight’s time to offer consumers and businesses a “breathing space” while sticking to Labour’s fiscal rules.
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