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Labour's Economic Conundrum

The LRB Podcast

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Navigating Fiscal Strategies and the Housing Crisis

This chapter explores the government's recent budget strategies, emphasizing increased national insurance contributions and national debt management. It discusses the Labour Party's challenges in balancing financial responsibilities while addressing voter needs and the complexities surrounding investment in the UK post-Brexit. Additionally, it highlights the housing crisis and the ambitious goal of building 1.5 million homes by 2029, questioning the impacts on market prices and homeowners.

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