00:00:0000:00:00

In his first budget as chancellor, John Healey has pledged to offer ‘breathing space’ to help Britons navigate ‘global economic storms’. There were a record number of measures, including a one-off £100 energy payment to millions and a rise in the levy on bank profits. But the Conservatives have criticised the government for postponing big decisions, including on defence and welfare. Lucy Hough speaks to economics editor Heather Stewart – watch on YouTube

The chancellor of the exchequer, John Healey, is seen holding the iconic red box outside 11 Downing Street in London.
Photograph: Krisztián Elek/SOPA Images/Shutterstock

Source: The Guardian Politics · Lucy Hough, Heather Stewart, Angus Neale, Claudia Efemini, Leonore Schick, Zoe Hitch

At a glance

Topic
Politics
Country
🇬🇧 GB
Publisher language
EN
Added to Allnira