As Rishi Sunak prepares to deliver his and this Government’s first Budget, it is an interesting moment to think about not what might be in it, but some of the measures and commitments that should be in it. Of course, like all Chancellors, Rishi Sunak faces a balancing act – possibly a more difficult one than any of us expected even a few weeks ago, given the impact of coronavirus on markets in recent days. All of which means it is ever more important to focus on enhancing the attractiveness and strength of UK PLC, as we face a brave new post-Brexit order.

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