UK PM criticises fiscal watchdog for not ‘scoring’ jobs impact of welfare reforms
08-04-2025 18:29 via ft.com

UK PM criticises fiscal watchdog for not ‘scoring’ jobs impact of welfare reforms

Sir Keir Starmer’s comments will be seen as warning shot across bows of Office for Budget Responsibility
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