As a result, I would not expect to see many giveaways to business on Wednesday (6 March) when Hunt addresses parliament.
In fairness, the government would no doubt remind us that business and growth were core focuses of November’s Autumn Statement.
They would likely point to measures such as confirmation of the retail business rates relief extension, which Abta campaigned for alongside other bodies across the sector, as one that will benefit many high street businesses – including travel agencies.
