UK Election Chart Of The Day: Government Spending

Labour candidate Jeremy Corbyn has pledged to increase the living standard for all citizens and building a ‘fairer Britain that cares for all’. From increasing the minimum wage to offering free fibre broadband, Labour is committed to improve equality and putting wealth into the hands of many. Government expenditures have increased significantly under a Labour-led government. Expenditures as a percentage of GDP increased from 16% to 22% during the 2000s.

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