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Reuters
Reuters
Politics
Andy Bruce and William James

In another reset, PM Johnson pitches plan for UK economy, housing

FILE PHOTO: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson delivers a speech at Paddington Station in London, Britain, May 17, 2022. REUTERS/Toby Melville/File Photo

Prime Minister Boris Johnson told Britons on Thursday he was "on your side", vowing to build a high-growth, low-tax economy where everyone could buy their own home, in his latest attempt at a reset after surviving a major revolt against his leadership.

In a wide-ranging speech, the Conservative leader vowed to tackle the soaring cost of living and address long-standing problems such as unaffordable childcare.

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