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Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour in minimum wage rise

The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

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Over 21s to get £12.71 an hour as minimum wage increased

The move has been welcomed, but some experts say it will not cover the current cost of living.

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How much are minimum wages set to rise?

Three and a half million low-paid workers across the UK benefit from minimum wage rates.

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Rachel Reeves will be hoping this Budget buys her some time

Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.

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Rachel Reeves will be hoping this Budget buys her some time

Deep unpopularity in the country and jittery Labour MPs is the prism through which both the countdown to this Budget and its aftermath should be seen.

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Stamp duty: What is it and how much is it?

The future of the levy has been the subject of much speculation, with one think tank calling it "one of the most economically damaging taxes"

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Heathrow’s plan for longer third runway chosen by government

Under the selected plan, the runway would be up to 3.5km long and require a new road tunnel under the airport.

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Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people

The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.

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Help to Save scheme to be offered to more people

The government gives a 50% bonus after two and four years, to encourage those on low incomes to save.

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Milkshakes and lattes to face sugar tax in UK

The tax on sugary drinks is being extended to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks.

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