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Chancellor to cut tariffs on some food and freeze fuel duty to give families 'breathing space'

BBC Business·October 27, 2026·1 min read
Chancellor to cut tariffs on some food and freeze fuel duty to give families 'breathing space'

Chancellor John Healey announced a series of small measures to help families with the cost of living, including cutting tariffs on some food and freezing fuel duty. The moves are part of a pledge to give households 'breathing space' amid ongoing economic pressures. The announcements were made as part of a broader package of support.

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