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PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support

PM admits cost of living help is not enough and hints at further support
BBC Business Wednesday 12 August 2026, 04:13 UTC 1 min read
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The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.

The PM has announced a rake of measures to help people since taking office three weeks ago.
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