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The ‘Green Budget’ could leave Rachel Reeves red-faced

Oct 10, 2024
The Green Budget reveals a daunting £25 billion tax hike needed to maintain current spending. Labor faces the challenge of balancing internal tensions over fiscal strategies and commitments to voters. Discussions touch on potentially modifying fiscal rules to facilitate crucial infrastructure borrowing. The chaos within the Conservative Party adds another layer, as shifts in leadership could reshape the political landscape. Will Rachel Reeves navigate these financial hurdles while avoiding austerity?
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