What does the pound’s slump mean for the UK and its consumers?

How the currency crisis affects imports, prices, investors and the Bank of England

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The pound has hit a record low against the dollar after the sweeping tax cuts announced by the chancellor on Friday. Here we explain why sterling is falling so steeply, and what it means for households and businesses.