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Budget 2008
The Chancellor has delivered his 2008 Budget speech - it includes confirmation of the cut in the basic rate of Income Tax, a delay to the planned increase in fuel duty, and measures aimed at tackling climate change
Budget 2008 - how it will affect you
Find out in detail the Budget measures that will affect you when you shop, drive, pay tax and more
Information from the Treasury and HMRC
Detailed information is available from the Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs
Income Tax and National Insurance rates for 2008/09
Income Tax and National Insurance rates for the new tax year were announced following last October's Pre-Budget Report
History and background to the Budget
Budget speeches have been taking place for over 100 years and have ranged in length from 45 minutes to almost five hours
Tax credit and Child Benefit rates 2008/09
Rates for tax credits and benefits from April 2008 were announced following last October's Pre-Budget Report
Watch the Budget 2008 speech in full
Recorded versions of the Budget 2008 speech are available in either Windows Media Player or Real Player format.
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