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Wes Streeting: “We must reject the reckless approach that says 'stuff the bond markets'.”

On the recordJune 16, 2026
We must reject the reckless approach that says 'stuff the bond markets'.
Said by
Wes Streeting
Labour Party
Source
bbc.com

Editor's note · Context

Warning against irresponsible economic policies.

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