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UK Treasury plays Budget Eeyore to the government’s Tiggers
"We haven't had an earthquake lately," was Eeyore's tart response when asked about forecasts that the weather can only improve in the Hundred Acre Wood. As government colleagues speak boldly of the economic opportunities Brexit might offer and point to the better than expected economic news since the referendum, the Treasury is quietly warning there may still be pain ahead. Eeyore to the rest of the government's Tiggers, Number 11 is hoping for the best while preparing for the worst. Yes, the chancellor has said to colleagues, the mood has changed since the Autumn Statement. There will certainly be some "pats on ... (full story)