Reeves faces watchdog over Labour tax cut U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Budget watchdog scrutiny as Labour considers breaking manifesto pledge with potential 2p income tax cut, sparking political firestorm.
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Labour's Rachel Reeves hints at breaking tax pledge
In a dramatic shift that could break election promises, Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves suggests income tax changes may be necessary despite manifesto commitments, sparking backlash from Conservative opponents.
Labour's Aberdeen jobs pledge in U-turn controversy
Labour faces mounting criticism after appearing to backtrack on their flagship promise to create 1,000 green energy jobs in Aberdeen, with opponents accusing the party of attempting to erase their previous commitments from public memory.
UK asylum claims hit record 108,000 - Europe's biggest surge
Shocking new figures reveal Britain has recorded Europe's largest increase in asylum applications, with claims soaring to 108,000 this year - an 84,000 surge from previous levels, creating unprecedented pressure on the UK's immigration system.
Reeves rules out income tax hike in major economic speech
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes firm commitment against increasing income tax or National Insurance in landmark speech, outlining Labour's economic vision for the country.
Reeves rules out income tax and NI rises
Labour's first Chancellor delivers landmark economic speech, committing to no increases in income tax rates or National Insurance while warning of tough spending decisions ahead.
UK Asylum Appeals Surge Overwhelms Courts
Britain's immigration courts face collapse as asylum appeals surge to unprecedented levels, creating dangerous backlogs and raising serious concerns about public safety.
Labour to clear asylum backlog and end migrant hotels
Sir Keir Starmer commits to clearing asylum backlog and closing costly migrant hotels within months through new processing centres and enforcement measures.
Starmer to close asylum hotels within year
Labour government announces radical plan to end controversial asylum hotel system, with former military sites potentially housing migrants in major immigration overhaul.
Labour's plan to clear asylum backlog and end hotel use
Exclusive: Labour reveals comprehensive strategy to clear asylum backlog and move migrants out of expensive hotels, tackling both humanitarian concerns and public spending.
UK's £8m daily asylum hotel crisis exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's broken asylum system is haemorrhaging public funds while failing both migrants and local communities. Discover the staggering truth behind the hotel accommodation crisis.
Home Office Scraps Epping Forest Asylum Hotel Plan
Exclusive: The Home Office's controversial plan to house asylum seekers in an Epping Forest hotel has been abruptly abandoned following intense local opposition and security concerns, revealing deepening challenges in the UK's migrant accommodation crisis
Boston removes Catholic saints from city pledge
In a controversial move that's dividing the community, Boston's City Council has eliminated references to Catholic saints from its traditional pledge, sparking debate about religious heritage and modern inclusivity.
Labour may break tax pledge over £30bn shortfall
Exclusive: Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces difficult choices as Labour considers abandoning income tax pledge amid £30 billion fiscal shortfall, raising questions about party's economic credibility.
Labour donor shops for new leader in Starmer challenge
Exclusive: Labour's biggest private donor demands new leader shopping list as Starmer faces internal rebellion over policy direction and party unity.
Cambridge students revolt against vegan dining pledge
Cambridge University's prestigious colleges face student rebellion as mandatory vegan menus backfire, with dining halls emptying and traditional British dishes making a surprising comeback.
Tories vow £5,000 home deposits for young workers
Conservative Party unveils groundbreaking election policy offering thousands towards first homes for young people in work, aiming to solve Britain's housing crisis and win over younger voters.
Trump pledges National Guard for Portland if re-elected
Former President Donald Trump pledges to send National Guard troops to Portland if re-elected, reigniting debates about federal power and civil liberties in American cities.
Starmer unveils Denmark-style immigration shakeup
Sir Keir Starmer reveals radical immigration blueprint inspired by Denmark's hardline approach, pledging to smash Channel crossings and reform Britain's asylum processing in dramatic break from Tory policies.
Starmer's bold asylum plan: Fast-track deportations revealed
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer unveils radical plan to clear asylum backlog, fast-track removals to safe countries, and strike new Rwanda-style agreements in major immigration policy shift.
Starmer to scrap Rwanda scheme in migration overhaul
Keir Starmer announces radical immigration reforms, pledging to end the controversial Rwanda scheme and tackle asylum backlog while facing criticism from both left and right.
Nation's Beautiful Pledge To Protect Landscapes
A stunning European country makes an unprecedented commitment to safeguard its natural beauty and cultural heritage for future generations of travellers.
Man Utd fan vows no haircut until Amorim becomes manager
A die-hard Manchester United supporter's hair-raising promise to not cut his locks until Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim is appointed manager has gone viral, showcasing the extreme lengths fans will go for their club.
Labour rift: Burnham blocks Gwynne from stepping aside
Explosive internal rift rocks Labour as Mayor Andy Burnham intervenes to prevent MP Andrew Gwynne from stepping aside, defying Keir Starmer's leadership and exposing deep factional divides within the party.
Labour Ministers Quit in Liverpool Selection Row
Labour's election campaign faces turmoil as two senior shadow ministers, Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson, resign after being barred from standing in Liverpool. The dramatic move exposes deep internal tensions and raises questions about Keir Starmer's l
Starmer's Net Zero Pledge in Crisis Over Massive Tech Power Demand
Sir Keir Starmer's flagship green energy policy faces a severe credibility crisis as a landmark deal with US tech giant Microsoft threatens to consume colossal amounts of electricity, with a single data centre using power equivalent to three million homes
The Guardian's 2025 Climate Pledge Unveiled
The Guardian unveils its ambitious 2025 Climate Pledge, reinforcing its commitment to leading the global conversation on the climate emergency with enhanced reporting, urgent language, and a renewed focus on solutions.
Eritrean migrant challenges UK-France deportation deal in High Court
A 25-year-old Eritrean man has launched a High Court challenge against the UK government's migrant deal with France, claiming it leaves him destitute. The case could set a major precedent for Labour's immigration policy.
Sultana's Fiery Plea to Starmer: 'Give Us Our Party Back'
Labour MP Zarah Sultana delivers a blistering attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, accusing him of purging the left and betraying the party's core values. In a defiant conference speech, she demands the return of a member-led Labour Party.
Labour MP Accuses Starmer of Purging Left-Wing Members
Norwich South MP Clive Lewis launches a scathing attack on Keir Starmer's leadership, alleging a systematic purge of left-wing voices and comparing the party's internal culture to that under Peter Mandelson.
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