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.
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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.
Asylum seeker hotel numbers rise 13% in three months
New data reveals a 13% surge in asylum seekers housed in UK hotels, reaching 36,273. Labour pledges to end the practice by 2029. Discover the latest figures and political responses.
PM declines to rule out tax rises ahead of Budget
Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to reaffirm manifesto tax pledge ahead of crucial Budget. Will working people face higher taxes? Read the latest.
New homes in England hit near-decade low
Official figures reveal new home construction in England has fallen to its lowest level since 2015/16, dealing a blow to Labour's 1.5 million homes pledge. Discover the full analysis.
MPs: NHS waiting list target at 'serious risk'
MPs warn the Government's key NHS waiting list pledge is in serious jeopardy, drawing parallels to HS2 failures. Will patient care suffer amid major reforms?
New California Community Requires Residents Sign Kindness Pledge
Silverwood, a $7 billion master-planned community in California, requires residents to sign a kindness pledge before moving in. Discover how this innovative approach aims to foster community spirit.
Reeves Abandons Income Tax Rise After Labour Revolt
Chancellor Rachel Reeves performs a major U-turn on planned income tax increases following pressure from Labour MPs fearing a breach of manifesto promises. Discover the political fallout.
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.
Labour civil war erupts over tax and benefit policies
Labour faces internal turmoil as new deputy leader Ellie Reeves defends manifesto vow against income tax hikes while Left demands wealth taxes and two-child benefit cap abolition.
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.
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.
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.
Lucy Powell Leads Labour Deputy Leadership Race
Shadow Education Secretary Lucy Powell is positioning herself as the leading candidate in Labour's deputy leadership race, creating internal tensions as Keir Starmer's party prepares for potential government.
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.
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.
Starmer accused of 'politically motivated' snub to Burnham
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism for excluding Andy Burnham from key events, sparking claims of a deepening rift and 'control freakery' within the party ahead of the general election.
Labour Threatens Legal Action Against Zarah Sultana
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.
Sultana drops legal threat against Corbyn
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.
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 Painful Expression Steals Show at Labour Conference
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.
Rayner's Allies Plot Labour Comeback with Burnham Leadership Bid
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.
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