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UK government borrowed less than expected in July in lift for Rachel Reeves

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Public sector net borrowing falls to £1.1bn as chancellor explores tax-raising options in autumn budget

The UK government borrowed less than expected in July, official figures show, in a boost to the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, as she faces pressure ahead of her autumn budget.

Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed public sector net borrowing – the difference between public spending and income – fell to £1.1bn, down by £2.3bn from the same month a year earlier.

Continue reading…Public sector net borrowing falls to £1.1bn as chancellor explores tax-raising options in autumn budgetBusiness live – latest updatesThe UK government borrowed less than expected in July, official figures show, in a boost to the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, as she faces pressure ahead of her autumn budget.Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed public sector net borrowing – the difference between public spending and income – fell to £1.1bn, down by £2.3bn from the same month a year earlier. Continue reading…