Autumn Statement 2023: Triple lock to stay plus National Insurance cut. Here's what has been announced

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he has 110 measures to help reduce inflation, increase GDP, and get more people into work. Here's what was announced in today's Autumn Statement

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivers the Autumn Statement in London
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The chancellor has announced a cut in National Insurance, a series of ISA reforms and an 8.5% rise in the state pension as part of his Autumn Statement.

Jeremy Hunt said the economy was “back on track” as he trimmed taxes and pushed for business growth ahead of next year’s election.

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