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John Healey: It will be built on fiscal discipline. It will meet our fiscal rules. It’ll give businesses and families some of the…

On the recordJuly 31, 2026
It will be built on fiscal discipline. It will meet our fiscal rules. It’ll give businesses and families some of the stability they need to plan for the future. Now, let’s get on with the job.
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John Healey
Labour Party

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Discussing the upcoming Budget.

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