With reference to one of the following announcements in the revised 2021-2022 budget, undertake a critical appraisal with respect to : a) economic effects ; b) feasibility ; c) scope for enhancing its effectiveness. Increase in the national minimum wage rate to $4 per hour by January 2023 Removal of fuel duty of $0.20 per litre Removal of VAT on 21 basic consumer items

With reference to one of the following announcements in the revised 2021-2022 budget, undertake a critical appraisal with respect to : a) economic effects ; b) feasibility ; c) scope for enhancing its effectiveness. Increase in the national minimum wage rate to $4 per hour by January 2023 Removal of fuel duty of $0.20 per litre Removal of VAT on 21 basic consumer items

Economics:

10th Edition

ISBN:9781285859460

Author:BOYES, William

Publisher:BOYES, William

Chapter32: The Land Market And Natural Resources

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