UK growth upgraded but energy prices and rates to bite in 2027
The IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.
According to BBC News, the IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham.
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