Wave of public spending cuts announced in Wales with health services protected
A wave of public spending cuts have been announced in Wales, with pubs, shops and restaurants hit with a tax rise.
The Welsh Government said it was forced to make “stark and painful” choices for its draft budget for 2024-25, with health services and councils among the protected areas.
Business rate relief, brought in during the coronavirus pandemic for the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors, will be reduced from 75% to 40%, meaning higher bills.
The rate continues at 75% in England.
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