That is why yesterday we cut VAT on electricity bills and today we’re announcing a £2 cap on bus fares from January.
John Healey: “That is why yesterday we cut VAT on electricity bills and today we’re announcing a £2 cap on bus fares from January.”
On the recordJuly 22, 2026
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John Healey
Labour Party
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theguardian.comEditor's note · Context
Announcing measures to address cost of living.
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