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Spring statement: Beth Rigby and Ed Conway on Rachel Reeves's changed plan

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Fiscal Challenges and Welfare Implications

This chapter explores the complexities of fiscal rules, examining the Chancellor's struggles with budget constraints and the importance of maintaining a surplus. It discusses recent welfare changes and their political ramifications, particularly concerning rising poverty rates. The chapter also highlights the mixed economic signals from the Office for Budget Responsibility and the potential need for a radical shift in government strategy amidst ongoing uncertainties.

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