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Daniel Keane

Jeremy Hunt warns of ‘difficult decisions’ ahead amid reports of delay to basic rate tax cut

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt leaves Downing Street

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Jeremy Hunt has warned that “difficult choices” lie ahead for the Government amid reports that he could delay plans for a 1p cut in income tax.

The new Chancellor warned that taxes could rise and departmental budgets could be slashed as the Government attempts to restore market confidence in the UK.

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