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Facing down a fiscal firestorm

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Navigating Fiscal Cuts and Spending Reviews

This chapter examines the challenges and implications of imminent fiscal cuts as the government approaches a critical spending review. It addresses the impact of previous tax increases and the negotiations over departmental budgets, while emphasizing the complexities of fiscal policy amidst public discontent. Through the lens of key political figures, the chapter highlights strategic maneuvering, funding priorities, and the broader effects of these decisions on essential services like health and local government.

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