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John Healey: The prime minister and I are in lockstep in our commitment to meeting the fiscal rules at the upcoming Budget, to…

On the recordSeptember 7, 2026
The prime minister and I are in lockstep in our commitment to meeting the fiscal rules at the upcoming Budget, to balancing the books with a buffer to protect against uncertainty.
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John Healey
Labour Party

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Speaking about fiscal responsibility and upcoming Budget plans.

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