I am as concerned about the cost of business as I am the cost of living. I am really concerned that where we make government policy and government decisions, these can help raise the levels of investment, innovation and profit in British business.
Chancellor's comments on business and living costs
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And we have provided just a bit of breathing-space for those families and businesses that feel so squeezed, that feel without hope."
We have cut VAT on electricity bills and capped bus fares at £2 - to give breathing space to those feeling the strain.
This is the way we start to build new hope and advance the working people of this country.
Conflict and uncertainty increases inflation, threatens growth and pushes up costs for businesses and governments alike.
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