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WBG Adopts Permanent 30-Hour Working Week
After an initial 6-month trial period, we're making the shorter working week permanent
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WBG Adopts Permanent 30-Hour Working Week
After an initial 6-month trial period, we're making the shorter working week permanent
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“Fixing the foundations” is right, but Government needs to invest in public services now to build a healthy economy
We are encouraged by the Prime Minister's focus on “fixing the foundations”, but we need investment in our public services now.
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WBG responds to Bank of England’s decision to cut interest rates to 5%
After holding it at 5.25% since August last year, it’s good news that the Bank of England has today decided to cut the interest rate to 5%.
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WBG responds to Rachel Reeves’ statement on public finances
WBG responds to the Chancellor Rachel Reeves' statement in parliament on public finances.
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WBG response to the King’s Speech 2024
Women's Budget Group response to today's King's speech