Treasury Warns Reeves: No Cash for Labour's Spending Plans
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives a stark economic reality check from the Treasury's top official, who revealed there's no cash reserve for new spending, forcing tough fiscal choices.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives a stark economic reality check from the Treasury's top official, who revealed there's no cash reserve for new spending, forcing tough fiscal choices.
Exclusive: Treasury officials are drawing up plans for significant tax increases, including a potential 'stealth raid' on pensions and inheritance tax reforms, that could be implemented swiftly if Labour wins the next election.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has firmly rejected calls for an income tax reduction in Labour's first budget, focusing instead on economic stability, even as pressure mounts following the recent 2p National Insurance cut.
The OECD delivers a stark warning that Britain will suffer the highest inflation among G7 nations next year, with Labour's looming Budget threatening severe tax increases amid economic turmoil.
Labour MP Zarah Sultana is threatened with legal action by the party after publicly demanding the reinstatement of former leader Jeremy Corbyn, igniting a fresh civil war within the party's ranks.
Labour MP Zarah Sultana has withdrawn her legal claim against former leader Jeremy Corbyn, ending a bitter internal party feud that had threatened to erupt into a high-profile court battle.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves set to address gambling industry leaders at private event while Treasury considers major tax reforms that could save sector billions. Critics question 'access and influence'.
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
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to prioritise economic growth over significant tax increases, promising a 'decade of national renewal' with a focus on planning reform and infrastructure investment.
The Office for National Statistics has dealt a major blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic plans, refusing to endorse her growth forecasts and sparking a political row over the new government's financial strategy.
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Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces immediate economic reality check as Institute for Fiscal Studies exposes £18bn black hole in Labour's spending plans, forcing potential cuts to public services.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer was caught in visible discomfort during his keynote conference speech, his pained expression sparking a wave of social media reaction and raising questions about his physical state.
Exclusive: Senior Labour figures and Cabinet ministers are backing a comeback plan for Angela Rayner, with Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham emerging as a potential leadership challenger to Keir Starmer in a major party rift.
Exclusive analysis: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt prepares a pivotal pre-election Budget, walking a tightrope between voter-friendly tax cuts and fiscal responsibility as the UK economy sends mixed signals.
The UK's fiscal watchdog has delivered a major blow to the government's economic plans, downgrading a crucial productivity forecast and threatening billions in planned public spending.
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.
Senior Labour MP Lucy Powell launches extraordinary attack on Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, exposing deep internal rifts over party strategy and leadership loyalty.
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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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a monumental challenge as he navigates conflicting promises to boost defence spending for Ukraine while addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. This in-depth analysis examines the fiscal tightrope and political pressu
The contest to become Labour's next deputy leader intensifies as Bridget Phillipson and Lucy Powell position themselves as key contenders, shaping the future of the party's top team.
Exclusive analysis of the high-stakes race to become Labour's next Deputy Leader. Discover the key contenders, dark horses, and political dynamics shaping Keir Starmer's potential future government.
Exclusive: The new Labour government is set to reform the controversial Lifetime ISA, addressing the hefty withdrawal penalty that has trapped savers. This key move aims to boost support for first-time buyers and fix a flawed savings scheme.
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The contest to become Labour's next deputy leader is heating up. Get the full lowdown on the confirmed candidates, their platforms, and the critical timeline for this pivotal internal election.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accuses former Tory ministers of leaving the economy in a dire state, with a £22bn black hole in the public finances. Exclusive insight into the pre-Budget spending review.