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What can a Budget actually tax?
A Budget is the government's plan for spending and raising money, primarily through taxes. It can introduce or alter taxes on almost anything, from income and goods to specific items like pasties and caravans, as George Osborne's 2012 Budget showed. These changes affect everyone, from individuals to businesses, impacting daily life and the economy.
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