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Chancellor John Healey Considers Tax Increases on Banks Ahead of Budget

Chancellor John Healey is considering tax increases on the banking sector, with senior banking executives indicating that such measures will be discussed in the upcoming Budget. The UK's four largest banks reported profits of approximately £15 billion in the first half of the year, prompting calls from trade unions for additional taxes. Concerns have been raised by the banking sector regarding the potential impact of increased taxes on competitiveness and investment.

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Chancellor John Healey is considering tax increases on the banking sector, with senior banking executives indicating that such measures will be discussed in the upcoming Budget. The UK's four largest banks reported profits of approximately £15 billion in the first half of the year, prompting calls from trade unions for additional taxes. Concerns have been raised by the banking sector regarding the potential impact of increased taxes on competitiveness and investment.

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Banks say Healey is planning Budget tax raid on their profits

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Chancellor John Healey Considers Tax Increases on Banks Ahead of Budget