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Autumn statement: the government hunts growth – Politics Weekly UK

Politics Weekly UK

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Contrasting Rhetoric and Reality

This chapter examines the mismatch between positive statements made in the House of Commons and the struggling economy outside, with a focus on the impact of the cut in the main rate of national insurance. The conversation also delves into inflation, economic growth, and the limited benefits of the recent budget, ultimately resulting in a net increase in personal taxes.

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