Budget to be held in October, Healey announces
The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain.
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"This will be a Budget that moves money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain."
— John Healey , Politician
"Before we set out specific spending commitments, we will also set out how we pay for them at the same time."
— Wes Streeting , Politician
"89 more days of unfunded spending commitments and damaging tax speculation until we get some details."
— Sir Mel Stride , Politician
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
John Healey is the UK's Defence Secretary who recently resigned due to concerns over military funding.
British Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
Sir Mel Stride is the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Wes Streeting is the UK Health Secretary known for his focus on improving safety for cosmetic procedures.
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The new chancellor pledged to move money and power out of Westminster, and into every postcode around Britain.
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