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What is the state of the UK economy heading into the Budget?

The Independent ·First reported
The IndependentWhat is the state of the UK economy heading into the Budget?
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The Budget comes on the back of another year of economic upheaval, particularly linked to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

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