Government Borrowing Tops £20bn: Impact on Jeremy Hunt's Tax Cut Plans
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 11:58
Government Borrowing Hits Record High
Government borrowing reached over £20bn in the latest financial report, primarily driven by a rise in benefit spending and a decline in tax revenues.
Jeremy Hunt's Plans Derailed
Jeremy Hunt's proposed pre-election tax cuts faced a setback as the deficit increased, posing challenges for his tax reduction strategy.
ONS Figures Highlight Concerns
- Office for National Statistics reported a £1.5bn deficit surge compared to the previous year.
- April deficit marked as the fourth highest on record.
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