The young people I meet want more freedom – to start firms, keep more of what they earn, and move to areas with opportunities without paying a fortune.
LIZ TRUSS
LIZ TRUSS
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Liz Truss121 quotes“The young people I meet want more freedom – to start firms, keep more of what they earn, and move to areas with opportunities without paying a fortune.”
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