One concern is the possible effect of additional spending on the budget deficit.

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Eryl Owain from teaching union Ucac said the proposed changes were "revolutionary" and there was concern about the effect on communities and jobs.

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Justice Tugendhat said he thought Terry's real concern was the effect on his sponsorship contracts, in which case, payment of damages would be an adequate remedy if he succeeded at trial.

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However, there is still the concern about the possible effect any increases would have on the economic recovery.

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