Industry reaction: Hammond protects 'Brexit war chest' in 'anti-Goldilocks' 2017 Budget

Industry commentators react to Spring Budget 2017

Natalie Kenway
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Chancellor Philip Hammond fell short of making his first Budget a 'memorable' one but industry commentators have said it was wise to adopt a more cautious, 'anti-Goldilocks Budget' until the path to Brexit is clearer.

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