Labour is dragging Britain towards higher taxes
It is worth remembering that Labour chancellor has left office since 1970 with Britain facing a lower tax burden than when they entered it
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It is worth remembering that Labour chancellor has left office since 1970 with Britain facing a lower tax burden than when they entered it
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