Reeves: Tax rises 'less necessary' after Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the November Budget's £26bn tax measures have boosted fiscal headroom, making further increases 'less necessary'. She focuses on boosting home ownership.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the November Budget's £26bn tax measures have boosted fiscal headroom, making further increases 'less necessary'. She focuses on boosting home ownership.
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