• Spring statement: Should a Labour government be making these cuts? – Politics Weekly UK

  • Mar 26 2025
  • Length: 35 mins
  • Podcast

Spring statement: Should a Labour government be making these cuts? – Politics Weekly UK

  • Summary

  • Amid poor economic growth forecasts and global instability, Rachel Reeves is trying to balance the books by cutting spending on benefits. So why is a Labour government choosing this path? John Harris is joined by the Guardian’s political editor, Pippa Crerar, and political correspondent Kiran Stacey to unpick what was in the spring statement, and what it will mean for you. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/politicspod
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