Labour’s big bet

From public service relief to tax hikes, Labour’s first budget signals a shift—but can it truly mend what’s broken? The Lead UK’s editors give their verdict

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Zoe Grunewald, Westminster Editor: Wednesday was a long-awaited relief package for public services, with a £40bn injection that surpassed expectations and sparked a sharp intake of breath across the House of Commons. This welcome “breathing room” for the NHS, schools, and other essential services marks a significant departu…