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.
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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.
Tasmanian School Gardens Cultivate Student Success
Discover how a groundbreaking school garden programme in Tasmania is reaping a harvest of benefits, from improved student mental health and attendance to better academic engagement, by moving beyond simple horticulture.
Schools failing to tackle 'pervasive' sexism, warns Commissioner
Dame Rachel de Souza calls for urgent action, including a revamped curriculum and mandatory training, to combat deeply entrenched sexist attitudes in schools across England.
School's 'Prison-Like' Regime Leaves Pupils in Tears
Outcry at Sheffield secondary school as new 'zero-tolerance' behaviour policy, including silent corridors and immediate detentions, leaves children distressed and parents furious. The drastic measures have been compared to a prison regime.
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.
Quarter of English schools lack a physics teacher
Exclusive data reveals a deepening shortage of qualified physics teachers in England, with a quarter of secondary schools lacking a specialist, threatening the future of UK science and engineering.
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.
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.
Phillipson: Parents must tackle school behaviour and absence
Bridget Phillipson delivers a major speech demanding greater parental responsibility as new figures reveal a surge in disruptive behaviour and persistent absenteeism plaguing England's schools.
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
Rachel Reeves Backtracks on Labour's Tax Pledge
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after appearing to water down a key Labour manifesto promise not to raise major taxes, signalling a major shift in economic policy ahead of the general election.
Countryfile urges schools to install wildlife ponds for learning
Countryfile Magazine champions a transformative educational initiative, urging UK primary schools to install wildlife ponds. Discover how this simple addition could revolutionise outdoor learning, biodiversity, and children's mental wellbeing.
75% of UK Muslim Mums Fear School Prejudice Over Faith
A shocking new report by MEND uncovers widespread anxiety among British Muslim parents, with 75% fearing their children will face prejudice in schools due to their faith. The study highlights urgent concerns over bullying, teacher understanding, and the n
NHS Crisis Forces Record Numbers to Go Private
Exclusive analysis reveals a dramatic surge in Britons turning to private medical care, driven by unprecedented NHS waiting times and a perceived 'postcode lottery' for treatment. This investigation uncovers the human cost of the healthcare crisis.
Teacher calls boy 'future dictator' in political row
A Florida middle school teacher is under investigation after allegedly labelling a conservative-leaning student a 'future dictator' and criticising his political views in front of classmates, sparking outrage and a formal complaint from his parents.
Rayner Allies Rebuke Cleverly in Council Tax Row
Angela Rayner's supporters have launched a fierce rebuke against James Cleverly, dismissing his accusations of a past council tax avoidance as a 'desperate smear'. The spat threatens to derail the political truce on second homes.
Reeves's Budget Tax Raid to Decimate Hospitality Jobs
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's planned VAT overhaul for private schools could trigger a devastating chain reaction, costing the hospitality sector more than 50% of its job losses and hitting family budgets hard.
Soho House Goes Private in Major $1.1bn Deal
Exclusive members' club Soho House has de-listed from the stock market in a major shift. Discover the implications for its global membership and the future of private hospitality.
Angela Rayner's Three Homes: Tax Scandal Rocks Labour
Labour's Deputy Leader, Angela Rayner, faces intense scrutiny over the sale of a council house and allegations of tax avoidance. This exclusive investigation examines the claims, the political fallout, and the unanswered questions on her property dealings
Reeves scraps VAT exemption for private schools
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her opening move by ending VAT exemption for private schools, a key Labour pledge to fund state education. The Treasury confirms the change will proceed despite sector warnings.
Billionaire Backs 'American Exceptionalism' School Chain
Billionaire Jeff Yass, a major Republican donor, is funding a new chain of private schools named 'American Exceptionalism Academies' across four US states, aiming to challenge 'woke' education policies.
Sixth Forms Braced for 'Brutal Competition' Over Labour VAT Plan
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
Reeves Rules Out VAT on Private School Fees
In a significant pre-election promise, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has explicitly committed to not extending VAT to private school fees, offering certainty to families and the education sector.
Katherine Ryan's 'Dangerous' School Choice For Son
Comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about her unconventional parenting philosophy, defending her choice to prioritise real-world experience and resilience over sheltered private education for her son.
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