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HSBC: Bank tax hike risks UK growth

HSBC's CEO cautions that Labour's proposed increase in bank taxes could harm the UK's economic growth, sparking debate over fiscal policy.

Reeves demands urgent budget review

New Chancellor Rachel Reeves calls for an urgent assessment by the Office for Budget Responsibility to address economic challenges and restore public trust.

Reeves: Tough choices ahead after IMF tax warning

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves highlights the IMF's call for potential tax increases to safeguard public services, stressing the need for fiscal responsibility amid economic challenges.

IMF warns Rachel Reeves over fiscal risks

Chancellor Rachel Reeves may need to reconsider her fiscal strategy as the IMF highlights risks to UK economic targets, suggesting possible tax increases or spending cuts.

UK debt crisis deepens as borrowing soars

Britain's national debt has skyrocketed, sparking fears of impending tax rises as the government scrambles to balance the books. Experts warn of tough economic times ahead.

Reeves' Budget: Tax Hikes & Spending Cuts

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a challenging budget with tax hikes and spending cuts to tackle the UK's rising borrowing costs. What does this mean for households and businesses?

Tice demands Labour submit policies to OBR review

Richard Tice, leader of Reform UK, challenges Keir Starmer to commit Labour's election promises to independent scrutiny by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) to ensure transparency and accountability.

UK-Germany migration treaty: Key details

Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz are poised to finalise a landmark UK-Germany agreement on migration, marking a significant shift in European policy.

Reform UK plans to scrap clean energy subsidies

Reform UK has unveiled a controversial plan to abolish subsidies for renewable energy, claiming it will reduce energy costs for households. Critics warn this could derail the UK's climate goals.

PM defends China trip: 'Respect costs nothing'

The Prime Minister has defended his diplomatic approach to China, insisting that mutual respect is key despite criticism over the trip's outcomes. Read the full analysis.

US threatens Eswatini with Trump-era deportations

The US government has warned Eswatini, Africa's last absolute monarchy, of potential deportations under a Trump-era immigration policy. Discover the implications for King Mswati III's regime and US-Eswatini relations.

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