UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
Chancellor John Healey said the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules'
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"We are cutting the deficit faster than any other G7 economy, while giving people a bit of breathing space with cost of living pressures and focusing support to get young people into work."
— John Healey , Politician
"Failure to do so will unsettle the financial markets and potentially push up the cost of government borrowing still further."
— Joe Nellis , Academic
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Ashley Webb is an economist at Capital Economics providing insights on UK consumer sentiment.
Daisy Cooper is the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Democrats.
Joe Nellis is the head of economic research at accountancy firm MHA.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
Mel Stride is the Shadow Chancellor.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
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Chancellor John Healey said the government is 'committed to meeting our fiscal rules'
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