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What is fiscal strategy?
A government's fiscal strategy is its plan for managing public finances, including how much it taxes, how much it spends, and how much it borrows. A 'sensible' strategy aims for sustainable debt levels and economic stability, avoiding sudden shocks or excessive borrowing that could damage confidence.
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