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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the UK faces "difficult decisions" for economic stability. As he seeks to gain the confidence of the market, what are his Government's plans when it comes to curbing inflation, balancing the budget, and taxation as it announces the new budget will be delayed? The team are joined by financial consultant Helen Thomas, a former special advisor to shadow Chancellor George Osborne, who shares her insights into the mindset of the cabinet, the messaging around the economy, and how and why markets react the way they do to political events. Also, as Suella Braverman returns to her position as Home Secretary, having previously resigned for data breaches, the team discuss the potential political row bubbling up.
By BBC Radio Scotland5
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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the UK faces "difficult decisions" for economic stability. As he seeks to gain the confidence of the market, what are his Government's plans when it comes to curbing inflation, balancing the budget, and taxation as it announces the new budget will be delayed? The team are joined by financial consultant Helen Thomas, a former special advisor to shadow Chancellor George Osborne, who shares her insights into the mindset of the cabinet, the messaging around the economy, and how and why markets react the way they do to political events. Also, as Suella Braverman returns to her position as Home Secretary, having previously resigned for data breaches, the team discuss the potential political row bubbling up.

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