Chancellor Healey said a pre-Budget package will remove tariffs on some staple goods, including marmalade and gherkins, as part of plans to give households “breathing space.” The package is framed around “everyday fixes”; the Financial Times World reported it would include limited cost-of-living giveaways and help for first-time homeowners.
WHO:Chancellor Healey
WHAT:Healey announced plans to remove tariffs on some staple goods in a pre-Budget package.
WHEN:Reported Oct 26, 2026 at 6:30 PM ET
WHERE:United Kingdom
WHY:Healey said the measures are intended to give households “breathing space” amid cost-of-living pressures.
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