John Howard says tough budget is warranted

By Joe Kelly · 29 May 2014 · Economy

John Howard says tough budget is warranted

John Howard backs tough budget

Former Prime Minister John Howard has weighed in on the Abbott government's budget, but will his endorsement be enough to sway Labor's stance? Find out what he had to say about the tough savings measures.

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Summary

Former Prime Minister John Howard has hailed the first Abbott budget as “right for the times” and urged Labor to support its tough savings measures.

Tags: Bill Shorten, Budget, economic reform, John Howard