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Sep 23, 2025
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John Lewis recent financial results show the squeeze being felt by middle class shoppers

Of all the missteps Boris Johnson made in Number 10, the most politically foolish was one you’ve probably already forgotten. Moving into the prime ministerial residence, he immediately signed off on a £52,000 refurbishment of the flat because he couldn’t stand the pr…

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