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John Healey holds red box in front of Number 11 door

UK budget 2026: impact leaders tell us what matters

We’ve asked leaders of the social enterprise and impact community about their takeaways on the Burnham government’s first budget. From homelessness to support for small businesses and community lenders, here’s what you need to know.