Labour's Tax Rises to Cost Households £1,000 a Year
Think tanks warn Labour's record-breaking tax increases will leave the richest half of UK households £1,000 worse off annually. Discover the full economic impact.
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Starmer defends tax-raising Budget amid manifesto row
Keir Starmer defends the tax-raising Budget as essential for public services and fighting child poverty, while experts warn it fails to boost growth. Read the full analysis.
IFS Questions £150 Energy Bill Cut in Reeves' Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges £150 energy bill cut by scrapping ECO scheme, but the IFS warns savings will plummet to just £39 by 2029/30, drawing criticism from climate campaigners.
IFS: Labour's Budget a 'Fiscal Fiction'
Rachel Reeves' budget faces IFS criticism as 'fiscal fiction' with most tax rises delayed until 2029. Will Labour's election-year plans prove realistic? Read our analysis.
IFS: 'Truly Dismal' Income Growth in Labour Budget
Institute for Fiscal Studies analysis reveals average disposable incomes will grow just 0.5% annually, warning of spending challenges ahead. Discover the full verdict.
IFS dismisses Rachel Reeves' £30bn tax bomb defence
The IFS has dismissed Rachel Reeves' claim of 'no choice' on £30bn tax rises, highlighting a bleak outlook for household incomes. Discover the full analysis of the Budget's impact.
IFS: Chancellor must be bolder on tax for growth
The Institute for Fiscal Studies calls on Rachel Reeves to pursue ambitious tax reform after the Budget failed to 'move the dial' on UK economic growth forecasts.
IFS: Reeves broke tax pledge in Budget
The IFS says Rachel Reeves broke a manifesto pledge with £26bn tax hikes, pushing the tax burden to a record high. Read the full analysis.
Reeves' £22bn Budget gap threatens pension tax relief
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough pension tax decisions in today's Budget as IFS warns she needs £22bn. Discover how higher-rate relief and tax-free lump sums could be targeted.
Reeves' Budget Faces 'Stealth Tax' Breach Warning
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of breaking manifesto pledges with frozen tax thresholds, potentially dragging 1.75 million into higher rates. Experts warn of £8-9bn tax rise.
Tax Threshold Freeze Impact on State Pension & Benefits
New IFS analysis reveals how the frozen £12,570 tax threshold will pull millions into paying more income tax. Discover the impact on pensioners and low-income families.
Depression Soars Among Middle-Aged Women in UK
A stark IFS report reveals over 20% of women aged 55-64 now live with depressive symptoms, driven by financial strain and caring duties. Discover the economic implications.
IFS: Reeves faces worst economic inheritance since WWII
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's economic reality as experts warn of 'dark clouds' gathering over public finances, with tough decisions on tax and spending looming.
Farage's Tax Reforms Create £40bn Budget Hole
Reform UK's manifesto pledges would create massive budget shortfall requiring severe spending cuts or tax rises elsewhere, according to IFS analysis of Nigel Farage's economic plans.
Laugh-Out-Loud Literary Fiction: Must-Read Books
Discover the most compelling new literary releases that blend sharp humour with profound insight. From Derek Owusu's powerful narratives to Olga Ravn's speculative fiction, these books promise to entertain and enlighten.
Salman Rushdie's Haunting New Ghost Stories Collection
Literary legend Salman Rushdie makes a triumphant return with 'Nine Authentic Ghost Stories', a chilling collection that marks his first foray into supernatural fiction. Discover how the Booker Prize winner reinvents ghost stories for the modern age.
Lily King's 'Heart The Lover': A Masterful Love Story
Discover why Lily King's latest masterpiece is being hailed as her most profound work yet - a breathtaking journey through the complexities of love and human connection that will leave you spellbound.
Chris Kraus's Bold New Literary Direction Revealed
Cult author Chris Kraus breaks from her signature style in a surprising new novel that blends fiction with art criticism, challenging readers and redefining autobiographical writing.
IFS demolishes Lib Dem £2.5bn tax cut pledge
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey confronts mounting criticism after the Institute for Fiscal Studies dismantles his party's flagship £2.5bn tax cut proposal, revealing significant funding gaps and questioning economic credibility ahead of crucial elec
Groundbreaking Debut Novels Redefining Contemporary Fiction
Discover the groundbreaking debut novels taking the literary world by storm - from Anika Jade Levy's exploration of online radicalisation to Perrine Tripier's magical realism masterpiece.
IFS: Child Poverty to Reach Record High in UK
New analysis reveals child poverty in Britain is projected to reach its highest level since records began, with nearly one in three children affected by 2028-29.
Welsh public services face £4bn funding black hole
Shocking analysis by Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Welsh public services face devastating £4bn shortfall as funding formula fails to keep pace with needs
Three Unforgettable Literary Fiction Masterpieces
Discover three extraordinary works of literary fiction that are redefining contemporary storytelling, from magical realism to raw coming-of-age tales and profound explorations of artistic legacy.
Dan Brown's Paper Heart Dominates Fiction Charts
Discover why Dan Brown's Paper Heart is dominating fiction charts alongside compelling new works from Cecelia Ahern and comedy legend Bob Mortimer in this exclusive literary review.
IFS urges Rachel Reeves to consider welfare cuts in budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
IFS delivers damning verdict on Hunt's Budget
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of Jeremy Hunt's Budget, warning of 'unprotected' public services and fiscal uncertainty ahead of the general election.
Bennett's 'Big Kiss Bye Bye': Memory & Toxic Relationships
Claire-Louise Bennett returns with a daring new collection that dissects memory, desire, and the lingering ghosts of terrible men through her signature fragmented prose.
IFS warns Reeves against rushed tax reforms
The Institute for Fiscal Studies cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against implementing 'half-baked' revenue-raising measures that could harm the economy and undermine business confidence.
IFS warns Labour of severe economic constraints in government
Leading economic think tank warns Rachel Reeves faces 'iron chancellor' reality with limited fiscal flexibility, challenging Labour's spending ambitions ahead of potential government.
This Month's Essential Sci-Fi & Fantasy Reads
From Joe Hill's haunting King of Sorrow to Olivie Blake's dark academia, explore the fantasy and sci-fi novels that should be on every reader's radar this month.
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