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Will my taxes change?
These new EU rules aim to shift public spending towards European goods, focusing on quality and sustainability over just the lowest price. While the UK is no longer in the EU, changes in EU policy can still indirectly affect global markets and trade relationships, potentially influencing future UK tax decisions or public spending priorities.
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