Politics Unpacked

The Chancellor Gets Down to Business

Politics Unpacked

Show Notes

The Chancellor's told The Times he wants his Budget to help what he calls “bloody-minded entrepreneurs” - but with the government having already lost the confidence of many businesses, can it win them back?

Hugo Rifkind unpacks the politics of the day with Juliet Samuel and Matthew Parris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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