In a few days, I will present my second Budget as the Chancellor, with a focus on supporting working families. Addressing NHS waiting lists, reducing national debt, and lowering the cost of living are key priorities for both the nation and myself.
Our commitment to reducing NHS waiting lists stems from the need to uplift the NHS, reverse past austerity measures, and ensure timely access to necessary treatments for patients. Similarly, cutting national debt is essential to allocate more resources to vital sectors like education, healthcare, law enforcement, and local communities.
The ongoing struggle with the cost of living, a major concern for households, will be tackled head-on in the upcoming Budget. The aim is to alleviate financial pressure by implementing measures that benefit ordinary families. The current economic landscape must be reshaped to better serve the working population and provide relief from stagnant conditions.
Recent government initiatives have already started addressing cost-of-living challenges. Measures such as freezing prescription charges, railway fare freezes, introducing school breakfast clubs, and combating ticket scalping are examples of efforts to ease daily financial burdens for the public.
The forthcoming Budget will build upon these initiatives and delve deeper into alleviating the cost of living. This progress is underpinned by economic stability and prudent spending practices to avoid repeating past errors.
Efforts to curb wastage and fraud are crucial to ensuring that funds are directed where they are most needed, be it in asylum support, eliminating police and crime commissioner roles, or preventing welfare fraud.
The upcoming Budget aims to benefit individuals and families, fostering a fairer, stronger, and more secure Britain through strategic financial planning and resource allocation.