Join Tom Pope, Deputy Chief Economist at the Institute for Government, Giles Wilkes, an adviser on industrial strategies, and Stuart Hoddinott, a senior researcher in public services. They dive into the significant implications of Rachel Reeves' budget, dissecting the largest tax increase in over 30 years. The panel reflects on new fiscal rules, the impact on local government funding, and how increased capital spending aims to revitalize public services. Discover what this budget reveals about the government's priorities and growth mission.
