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New research suggests that spending on those with the most complex needs can release so much financial benefit that it should be regarded as an investment
One of the reasons Rachel Reeves wants faster growth is the taxes it generates and the possibility of spending them to refurbish the public sector.
It’s troubling that, seven months on from last July’s election victory, Labour is still struggling to piece together a coherent answer to the question: where should the government direct its limited funds to spur a surge in growth?
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