Some good news, but difficult winter ahead - Greater Manchester reacts to autumn statement
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manchestereveningnews.co.ukThere was some good news for Greater Manchester in the autumn statement today (November 22), but local leaders have warned that many people will still face a difficult winter.
Jeremy Hunt announced changes to pensions, benefits and national insurance in his speech this afternoon, telling MPs the country has 'turned a corner' after a turbulent time which saw some 'difficult decisions' made.
However, the Chancellor has been criticised for not going far enough to help people struggling through the cost of living crisis.
One Greater Manchester MP has also accused the government of 'scapegoating' disabled people in its plans to get more people working.
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