Labour could add VAT to private healthcare bills
Exclusive polling reveals public outrage as Labour considers imposing 20% VAT on private healthcare treatments, making medical care more expensive for millions of Britons.
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Streeting blocks Treasury VAT raid on private healthcare
Exclusive: Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting vetoes Treasury plans to impose VAT on private healthcare, sparing millions of families from tax hikes as Rachel Reeves searches for revenue.
Starmer's NHS Revolution: Private Sector Integration Announced
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces radical NHS overhaul with private sector integration and extended pharmacy services in landmark Labour conference speech.
Labour's private healthcare VAT hits 8 million families
Rachel Reeves' plan to impose VAT on private medical treatments could cost families hundreds of pounds more annually, with experts warning it may overwhelm the NHS as patients return to public healthcare.
21 UK Govt Schemes to Cut Home Energy Bills
Discover the full list of UK government grants and schemes available in 2024 to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, cut costs, and increase property value.
Reeves Rules Out Income Tax, NI, and VAT Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has used her first major speech to pledge no increases to Income Tax, National Insurance, or VAT, while warning of difficult spending decisions to rebuild the economy.
Farmer jailed for £1.2m HMRC tax fraud conspiracy
A Norfolk farmer has been sentenced to prison after orchestrating an elaborate £1.2 million VAT fraud scheme, submitting false invoices for non-existent farming services to HMRC.
Labour to scrap Ofsted and tax private schools in education shake-up
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson unveils radical plan to abolish Ofsted, replace it with a new body, and remove private schools' tax breaks to invest billions in state schools.
Senior Doctors Issue Dire NHS Collapse Warning
Exclusive: The Royal College of Physicians delivers a stark warning to the UK government, stating the NHS is at breaking point and requires urgent intervention to prevent systemic collapse.
Trump's Medicaid Cuts Threaten Millions with Health Insurance Loss
Exclusive analysis reveals the devastating human impact of proposed Trump administration cuts to Medicaid, threatening health coverage for vulnerable Americans and risking a public health crisis.
Private parking tickets surge 24% hitting UK drivers
British motorists are facing a record onslaught of private parking tickets, with a shocking 24% annual surge in charges. Discover the data behind the £100M industry and how to fight back.
Wetherspoon Slashes Prices in 800 Pubs
JD Wetherspoon announces a massive price cut on food and drink across its 800 pubs for 9 days, passing on VAT savings directly to customers. Find out which items are cheapest.
Labour proceeds with VAT on private school fees
Exclusive: The new Labour government is pushing forward with its manifesto pledge to add VAT to private school fees, a move that could reshape the UK's education landscape and spark fierce debate.
Reeves Scraps VAT on Energy Bills in Cost-of-Living Move
Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her first major economic move, scrapping the controversial 5% VAT on household energy bills. The bold intervention aims to slash costs for millions of families and businesses grappling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
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.
UK Scraps VAT on Sunscreen in Major Health Victory
In a major public health victory, the UK government has abolished VAT on sunscreen products. This landmark decision aims to increase affordability and accessibility, helping to protect millions from skin cancer and rare eye tumours.
Reeves Rules Out VAT Hike on Business Rates
Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to no VAT increase on business rates, offering relief to UK firms and outlining Labour's economic strategy.
Wetherspoon Boss Blasts 'Mad' VAT and Business Rates
JD Wetherspoon founder Tim Martin launches a fierce critique of the UK's tax system, arguing that pubs are unfairly burdened compared to supermarkets. He calls for tax equality to save the struggling industry.
Labour ends private school VAT breaks in education funding revolution
New Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces immediate action to remove VAT breaks from private schools to fund state education, signalling Labour's first major policy shift.
Labour plans international NHS recruitment to tackle staff shortages
Exclusive: Labour considers international recruitment strategy from Australia, Canada, and US to address critical NHS shortages, aiming to reduce reliance on expensive agency staff.
Property investors face £17k tax blow under Labour plans
Exclusive analysis reveals buy-to-let investors could lose thousands under Labour's private school VAT plans. Property experts sound alarm over unintended consequences for rental market.
Police Probe Angela Rayner Over Property Tax Claims
Greater Manchester Police launches investigation into Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner over allegations of unpaid stamp duty and potential capital gains tax violations linked to her former council house sale.
Angela Rayner faces police probe over council house sale
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner is under police investigation over the sale of her former council house amid allegations about her living arrangements and potential tax implications. The probe centres on whether she correctly declared her main reside
Starmer's advisor suggests Labour may need to raise income tax & VAT
Exclusive: Sir Keir Starmer's top economics advisor, Lord Jim O'Neill, suggests Labour may need to raise income tax and VAT to fund public spending, breaking from the party's current pledge not to increase major taxes.
Wes Streeting: 'The NHS is broken' and needs major surgery
In a bombshell interview, Labour's Wes Streeting declares the NHS 'broken' and vows to confront tough truths, including the need for private sector help and a crackdown on 'sick note culture', to save the cherished institution.
Gagging Order Imposed on Police in Angela Rayner House Probe
A bombshell court order has been issued to prevent three police pads from publicly disclosing details of their probe into Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner's property transactions, sparking a major transparency row.
AI Doctors: The NHS's Prescription for the Future?
Exclusive insight into how AI physicians could solve the NHS crisis, reduce waiting times, and provide 24/7 medical expertise. Discover why leading experts believe artificial intelligence may become your first point of medical contact.
Trump could deploy private army in US cities
Exclusive: Donald Trump is reportedly exploring using private security contractors for domestic operations, including immigration enforcement and policing, raising alarming legal and constitutional questions.
Call to Scrap VAT on Prescription Weight-Loss Jabs
Former Culture Minister Ed Vaizey calls for VAT removal on prescription obesity drugs, arguing it would boost public health and reduce long-term NHS costs.
Angela Rayner Tax Row: PM Says It 'Doesn't Look Good'
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces intense scrutiny over allegations of tax avoidance and potential electoral law breaches connected to her former council house sale. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declares the situation 'doesn't look good' as pressur
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