Hunt reveals new age of austerity as UK faces £54bn in cuts and tax rises

Jeremy Hunt will insist that his 'compassionate' plan will protect public services, the vulnerable and long-term growth

Labour warned that Britain is “falling behind on the global stage” and promised to make “fairer choices for working people”.

The Liberal Democrats warned stealth taxes accompanied by a “barrage of bills” and rising mortgages will leave a typical family £4,900 worse off next year. Officials in the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities have been told that their £11bn Affordable Housing Programme is being targeted as the Government scrambles to find savings, sources toldThe Department has underspent its budget this year and the Treasury plans to claw back the allocation under a wider drive to supplement Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Autumn Statement of tax rises and spending cuts to help the public finances.

Mr Gove paid tribute to the family of Awaab, who died from breathing difficulties caused by mould in a damp housing association flat.

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