National pledges no new taxes for working people
National has committed to Budget Responsibility Rules including keeping taxes low and returning to surplus.
National has pledged not to introduce new taxes for working people as part of its Budget Responsibility Rules. The commitment includes prioritising a return to government surplus and reducing debt below 40% of GDP. Labour has responded that while fiscal responsibility is important, the announcement represents little of substance.
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National pledges no new taxes for working people
National commits to ‘Budget Responsibility Rules’ including prioritising a return to surplus, reducing debt below 40% of GDP and keeping taxes low. Labour agrees 'fiscal responsibility is crucial, but this is much ado about nothing'