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Dharshini David: Healey buys himself some time, but big questions still unanswered

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John Healey talked of charting a new course for Britain, but this Budget was more about course-correcting than charging down a new path.

It was abundantly clear that the financial fallout from that conflict in the Middle East has hampered the finances of households and businesses – and the government's ability to help.

While the government targeted those impacted by higher energy and fuel bills, the "breathing space" it aimed to provide was limited; it is a pill that doesn't fully alleviate the pain.

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