Tag: Budget

Keir Starmer, the prime minister, stands firm on his decision to defend Labour's controversial Budget despite mounting pressure to reverse course. The Budget, which has faced significant backlash, will be upheld by Starmer as...

The government is considering providing financial assistance to hospices in the UK to help them stay open. The increase in national insurance payments by employers, along with higher wages, has put hospices at risk...

The Treasury officials under Jeremy Hunt have been accused of breaking the law by failing to report a significant black hole in the public finances to the Office of Budget Responsibility (OBR). This accusation...

Sir Keir Starmer is facing backlash from farmers after the Budget extended inheritance tax to family farms for the first time in history. This unexpected move has left farms worth more than £1m subject...

In a vape shop in Bramley town centre, the popular flavors can sell out quickly. The area is a smoking and vaping hotspot, above the national average, and it is also in chancellor Rachel...

The Conservative Party found themselves in a tough spot following Labour's Budget announcement, as the ongoing leadership race left them unable to provide detailed comments on the financial plan. The party spokesperson refrained from...

TV personality Kirstie Allsopp has criticized Chancellor Rachel Reeves for implementing a new 20% inheritance tax on farms and estates over £1 million. This decision has raised concerns among farming and landowner organizations, with...

Rachel Reeves made her budget debut with a focus on a significant increase in public spending to address the pressing needs of the country's public services. She announced a comprehensive package of tax, spending,...

Rachel Reeves, the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer, is urging the government to take action in the last call before the Autumn Budget. She emphasized the need for support for struggling families and businesses,...

British Treasury chief Rachel Reeves is set to present her first budget in Parliament on Wednesday, marking the first budget by a Labour Party government in almost 15 years and the first ever delivered...

Rachel Reeves has announced that the UK's national minimum wage will increase by 6.7% next year, exceeding expectations. This rise to £12.21 aims to support the low-paid workers and uphold Labour's commitment to aiding...

Martin Lewis, a well-known financial expert, recently shared a warning with Chancellor Rachel Reeves regarding pension credit just before the upcoming UK budget. The Martin Lewis Money Saving Show, which aired on Tuesday (29...

The upcoming Budget announcement is expected to bring good news for over a million low-income workers, as Rachel Reeves plans to increase the minimum wage by 6 percent. This inflation-busting pay rise will be...

The country is eagerly awaiting Labour's first Budget announcement since taking office, with speculations swirling around which measures will be included. While tax hikes have been confirmed by Labour, including increases to capital gains...

Labour ministers have announced plans to increase the budget for the NHS in order to address neglect and improve services. The funding will aim to revive a struggling NHS that is facing record waiting...

Labour donor Dale Vince has criticized the view that higher taxes will harm UK entrepreneurship, stating that those who only live in the country because of lower taxes should leave. Vince, a green energy...

Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister, will be addressing the nation on Monday to announce his commitment to facing the harsh reality of the country's finances. This announcement comes ahead of the unveiling of a...

Rachel Reeves, the first female chancellor of the Labour party, is expected to unveil the party's first Budget in a generation. She has emphasized that tough decisions will be made due to the financial...

Rachel Reeves discussed the challenges she faces with her upcoming tax-hiking Budget in a recent article. The Chancellor emphasized that tough decisions have been made in preparation for the Budget, which is set to...

The upcoming budget presented by Chancellor Rachel Reeves is anticipated to mark a significant moment in the history of Labour, with promises of substantial public and private investments in essential sectors such as hospitals,...

Keir Starmer has been accused of misleading the public regarding tax increases in the Budget after suggesting that "working people" do not earn money from property or shares. The prime minister has also denied...

Rachel Reeves has proposed a reduction in the 'right to buy' discount for council homes in the upcoming Budget. This decision is aimed at preserving existing housing stock for rental purposes. However, some may...

Rachel Reeves has announced that she will reverse the massive cuts in public investment during the upcoming budget. She confirmed that the rules restricting her spending power will be changed to allow the government...

The upcoming Budget is set to address the challenges faced by the UK economy as it navigates through the aftermath of the Conservatives' legacy. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is preparing to make significant changes to...

Good morning. Rachel Reeves, the chancellor, is set to reveal Labour's first budget next week. Budget announcements are now spread out over two weeks to avoid surprising the markets on the day. One of...

Britons have seen an increase in inheritance tax payments, with £4.3bn collected in the first six months of the financial year, marking a £400m rise from the previous year. This has sparked concerns among...

The recent Budget confusion faced by Sir Keir Starmer's government continued as Labour was pressured into admitting that individuals earning over £100,000 are considered "working people". This revelation came after a series of speculations...

The upcoming Budget announcement has sparked concerns over potential tax hikes on high earners in the UK. Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor, is facing pressure to fill a £40bn deficit in Labour's spending plans, leading...

Wes Streeting, a prominent figure in the Labour Party, has hinted at potential tax increases to address the significant budget gap in their spending plans. He mentioned the possibility of a tax raid on...

Sir Keir Starmer's government is facing a critical moment with Rachel Reeves' upcoming Budget announcement. This budget has the potential to either kickstart a decade of national renewal or lead to Labour's downfall. With...

The election is still neck and neck, with Rachel Reeves facing a tough challenge of filling a £40bn gap in her spending plans without breaking Labour's promise not to raise income tax or national...

Keir Starmer, in his inaugural budget, has pledged billions of pounds of additional investment in transport, schools, and hospitals, emphasizing his commitment to staying focused and not being swayed by distractions. Despite facing challenges...

Sue Gray has resigned as the Downing Street chief of staff, causing a major setback for Sir Keir Starmer, the Prime Minister. She cited concerns about becoming a distraction amidst the mounting pressure ahead...

Rachel Reeves, the new Chancellor of the Exchequer, has outlined a plan to address the dire economic situation inherited from the previous Conservative government. In an effort to tackle the £20bn hole in government...

Reeves criticizes what he calls the "worst inheritance" in order to justify proposed spending cuts. He argues that the current level of government debt is unsustainable and that tough decisions need to be made...

The recent revelation from a cabinet minister has sparked controversy surrounding the Conservative government's handling of public finances. Environment Secretary, Steve Reed, accused the Tories of deliberately covering up the true state of public...