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Sainsbury’s boss warns Chancellor against further employment cost hikes in Budget

Sainsbury’s chief executive Simon Roberts has urged Chancellor John Healey to avoid increasing employment costs in next week’s Budget, warning that further tax rises could drive up food prices and put pressure on retailers.

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