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Bank of America Vet Scott Bessent Advises UK Chancellor

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves enlists Scott Bessent, a key figure from Bank of America and Soros Fund Management, for a high-level advisory role on UK investment and economic growth, signalling a pro-business approach for the new government.

Julie Bishop resigns as ANU Chancellor in dramatic exit

Former Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop dramatically resigns as Chancellor of ANU, citing irreconcilable differences with Vice-Chancellor Professor Brian Schmidt over university governance and financial priorities.

ANU Vice-Chancellor resigns amid leadership crisis

Australian National University's Vice-Chancellor Professor Genevieve Bell abruptly resigns following staff no-confidence motion and governance concerns. Full story on the leadership crisis.

Reeves' 'Disastrous' Budget Silence Angers Business Leaders

Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a furious backlash from business leaders for her 'deafening silence' on the upcoming Autumn Budget, creating crippling uncertainty for UK firms and sparking fears of a major economic misstep.

Reeves vows fiscal discipline as 'green Chancellor'

In her inaugural Mais Lecture, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to be 'Britain's first green Chancellor' while committing to strict fiscal rules, marking a significant shift in economic policy.

Budget 2025 Date Revealed: Chancellor's Autumn Plan

Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is poised to deliver her first major Budget in late October or early November, setting out Labour's long-term economic plan. Get the inside track on the key dates and what it means for your wallet.

Reeves Slashes National Insurance in First Budget

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves uses her first major speech to announce a sweeping National Insurance cut, aiming to boost jobs and ease the cost-of-living crisis. Get the full breakdown of her economic plan.

Rachel Reeves becomes UK's first female Chancellor

Keir Starmer appoints Rachel Reeves as Britain's first female Chancellor of the Exchequer in a landmark reshuffle, signalling economic continuity and stability for the new Labour government.

Reeves ends new North Sea oil licences in Aberdeen

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced an end to new oil and gas exploration licences in the North Sea during a speech in Aberdeen, marking a major shift in energy policy towards renewables and net zero targets.

Rachel Reeves' make-or-break moment on UK economy

Exclusive analysis reveals the immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she faces a critical turning point. With economic stagnation and public patience wearing thin, her upcoming fiscal statement could define this government's legacy. Will she sei

Asda Boss Urges Chancellor to Scrap Business Rates

Asda's chairman, Stuart Rose, issues a direct plea to Rachel Reeves, urging the abolition of business rates to ease the cost-of-living crisis and lower supermarket prices for millions of families.

Reeyes Plans Stamp Duty Shake-Up to Boost Property Market

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering a major overhaul of stamp duty, with proposals to shift the tax burden from buyers to sellers in a bid to revitalise Britain's stagnant housing market and help first-time buyers.

Reeves Scraps Stamp Duty Overhaul for Overseas Buyers

In a dramatic U-turn, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has scrapped the previous government's controversial stamp duty relief for non-UK residents, marking a significant shift in housing policy and sparking debate across the property industry.

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