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13.03.2026

Liz Truss: British economy stalled in January as taxes and debt remain high — British economy stall, high tax risks

Liz Truss warns that the British economy had already stalled in January, highlighting ongoing economic challenges.

She cautions that a cycle of high taxes, high government spending, elevated energy bills, and significant debt continues to impact economic prospects.

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Truss’s remarks on persistent economic headwinds align with her previous assessments of how external pressures—most notably the potential for an oil price surge amid Middle East conflict—could further strain the UK’s energy landscape. Taken together, these perspectives underscore the multifaceted risks confronting policymakers as they navigate a complex fiscal and geopolitical environment.

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