176 Quotes by George Osborne

I'm a Conservative who believes in lower taxes. They lead to a more enterprising economy. But I'm not somebody who believes you can fund lower taxes by borrowing more money.

A generous basic state pension is the least a civilized society should offer those who have worked hard and saved through their whole lives.

The rise in world oil prices has been larger than anyone forecast.

I think you can look at the British economy with confidence.

You really have to try hard to create space and, at least for a time, stop the political world from rushing in. The important thing is to remain sane.

Cutting budget deficits can never be just an exercise in economics.

The positive news is that the British economy is continuing to grow and is creating jobs. And it is positive news too that at a time of real international instability we are a safe haven in the storm.

I will listen to any argument put to me.

Of all the public services, education is the one I'm most interested in. You get a more dynamic economy, you deal with most social problems, and it's morally right.