What Rishi Sunak’s Spring Statement means to the people of Birmingham people

See what the people of Birmingham think about the Spring Statement - and that 5p off petrol duty
Fionnuala Bourke
By Fionnuala Bourke
Published 24th Mar 2022, 10:51 BST

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As the finer details and effects of the the Chancellor’s Spring Statement are coming to light, we asked the people of Birmingham what their reaction is.

The spotlight is being shone on the 5pm drop in fuel duty - but is this enough to help ensure households can stay afloat.

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With inflation hitting 6.2% -  the highest level in 30 years - there are many families who are managing now, who could face difficulties.

Next month will see a raft of tax rises, including the increase in National Insurance.

See what the people of Birmingham are saying about Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s Spring Statement and let us know what you think.

The people of Birmingham react to the Spring StatementThe people of Birmingham react to the Spring Statement
The people of Birmingham react to the Spring Statement

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