"UK Government Announces Tax Cuts Ahead of Election"
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The UK government, facing poor polling numbers, has announced a second tax cut in four months, with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt proposing a two-percentage-point reduction in National Insurance, benefiting around 27 million workers. This move comes ahead of a general election and is aimed at providing permanent tax relief to families. The Conservative Party, trailing in the polls, has been pressuring Hunt to reduce taxes, but the slow economic growth and budget constraints present challenges.
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