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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Archie Mitchell

Starmer admits employer national insurance tax hikes piled pressure on British business

Sir Keir Starmer has admitted his Budget tax hikes piled massive pressure on British businesses.

The prime minister said his government “asked a lot” of firms in the UK after coming to power in last year’s general election, as Rachel Reeves imposed £25bn of tax rises on companies through her employer national insurance increase.

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