Working People Tax Promise, Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson reassured on Sunday that “working people” won’t see tax increases on their payslips following Wednesday’s Budget. Labour has promised not to raise National Insurance, income tax, or VAT on “working people,” defined as those earning income primarily from employment. Phillipson focused on safeguarding employed workers rather than defining whether business owners are included in this category.

Phillipson pointed out that Labour inherited a £22 billion deficit from the Conservatives, amid charges from Conservative Andrew Griffith that the party deceived voters about economic difficulties. In addition to freezing income tax thresholds, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is anticipated to announce tax increases aimed at assets such as shares, inheritance, and real estate. This move is estimated to produce £7 billion as more incomes move into higher tax bands. Due to anticipated increases in employer National Insurance rates, business taxes may also increase.

Labour also pledged £44 million for foster and kinship care and £1.4 billion for a school reconstruction fund. Former Bank of England economist Andy Haldane predicted that the budget would be “bittersweet,” containing both necessary investments and higher taxes. He pointed out that during the duration of this Parliament, most citizens will probably experience higher taxes.

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