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David Lynch

Lower pay rises likely due to Budget tax rises, Rachel Reeves admits

Tax rises in the Budget are likely to hit workers in the pocket with lower pay rises, Rachel Reeves has admitted.

The Chancellor acknowledged her decision to raise national insurance contributions (NIC) for employers could impact wage growth for private sector workers, or companies will have to absorb costs.

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