The chancellor appears to believe voters will forgive a broken promise in return for meaningful investment

Chancellor to promise ‘fairness and opportunity’ but will not repeat manifesto pledge on tax, after PM’s hint at breach

The chancellor is rolling the pitch for a difficult Budget as economists predict tax rises on 26 November.

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The chancellor appears to believe voters will forgive a broken promise in return for meaningful investment