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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sophie Wingate

Keir Starmer to back Rachel Reeves’ Budget amid row over deficit claims

Rachel Reeves is facing intense scrutiny over allegations she misled voters regarding the UK’s fiscal health, following revelations from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR).

The controversy stems from pre-Budget speculation suggesting a £20 billion gap in meeting fiscal rules, partly due to downgraded productivity forecasts.

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