Downing Street rules out temporary rent freeze
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- Category: Business
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-28 14:47 UTC
- Sources: Financial Times, The Guardian Business
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' suggestion of a temporary rent freeze has been dismissed by Downing Street. Despite her comments, the focus will remain on cutting bills and lowering energy prices.
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