‘We’ve halved inflation’ and other claims by the PM checked
Looking into some of the claims made in the prime minister’s speech on the UK economy. Read More
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Autumn Statement 2023: When is it and how will it affect me?
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to unveil the government’s tax and spending plans. Read More
Rishi Sunak: The time has come to cut tax
The prime minister says taxes can be cut “in a responsible way” after the inflation rate halved. Read More