The UK's 2.8 trillion pound debt: Explained | The Story
January 22, 2025
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as posted by the channelHow did the UK end up in so much debt? Where are your taxes going? What on earth is a gilt? Everything you need to know, on The Story ⬇️
Rachel Reeves travels to the World Economic Forum today to shore up support among CEOs and world leaders in Davos. The chancellor hopes to boost investment amidst volatile bond markets, borrowing costs hitting a 27-year high, and the prospect of Trump tariffs. But is the government heading for a Liz Truss-style crash?
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