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Gary Neville Slams Labour's Tax Hike Amid Business Struggles

7/31/2025

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Gary Neville has voiced strong criticism of Labour's National Insurance tax hike, warning it may discourage businesses from hiring. He fears the double blow of this tax increase and the minimum wage rise could push struggling firms further into distress, with nearly 50,000 UK companies already facing financial challenges in this tough economic climate.

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Gary Neville has voiced strong criticism of Labour's National Insurance tax hike, warning it may discourage businesses from hiring. He fears the double blow of this tax increase and the minimum wage rise could push struggling firms further into distress, with nearly 50,000 UK companies already facing financial challenges in this tough economic climate.