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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Politics
Geraldine McKelvie

John Healey warns of tough first budget as Middle East war puts pressure on economy

Britain's Chancellor John Healey walks outdoors, carrying a red folder with a gold crest
John Healey says he is in ‘lockstep’ with Andy Burnham in determination to stay within fiscal rules. Photograph: Chris J Ratcliffe/Reuters

The chancellor has indicated that the UK will face a tough budget next month due to Trump’s war in the Middle East.

In an interview with the Financial Times, John Healey said the conflict in Iran would probably have a strong influence on his first budget on 28 October.

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