Autumn Statement: What it means for you

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What the budget changes in the Autumn Statement mean for you

Chancellor George Osborne has delivered his Autumn Statement, describing it as a plan to deliver a "responsible recovery".

He outlined a brighter economic climate than a year ago, but said "difficult decisions" still needed to be made.

He took the opportunity to announce eye-catching plans about the state pension and taxes on small businesses.

A number of measures had already been announced, including some during the Budget in March and others at the party conferences.

So what does the chancellor's latest statement mean for you?

Did I hear that he is making us work for longer?

Any news for existing pensioners?

What about other benefits?

What else was in it for families?

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Small businesses will see changes to their tax bill

The chancellor often has news for drivers in these statements. What about this time?

What if I don't drive?

He said a lot about the housing market in the Budget. Did he have any more to say?

What was the news for people who own and work for small businesses?

Did he mention any changes we knew already that will affect our personal finances?

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