John Healey’s first budget will determine which groups, like struggling households and small shops, gain support while banks and online marketplaces face higher costs, setting the financial tone for Andy Burnham’s premiership.
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Struggling households, new homebuyers and small shops stand to gain, while banks and online marketplaces could face higher levies John Healey will present his first budget on Wednesday, which will set the tone for Andy Burnham’s premiership.Despite the chancellor’s promises in the summer that the tax and spending event would not be beset by the leaks that preceded those of his predecessor, Rachel Reeves, both official and unofficial sources have indicated much of what Healey is likely to announce. Here’s what to expect: Continue reading...
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