IMF suggests chancellor could refine fiscal rules, but some fear policing and social housing face spending cuts
The Treasury is in a standoff with some ministers over proposed cuts to public services including policing and social housing, as the International Monetary Fund suggested the chancellor, Rachel Reeves, could give herself more flexibility to hit her fiscal rules.
Senior police figures have raised concerns about the upcoming spending review with ministers, the Guardian understands. Chief officers from some of England and Wales’ biggest forces argue they cannot take further budget cuts.
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