As income tax thresholds remain frozen, millions face stealth tax rises while public services crumble. Explore why experts argue the current system is unsustainable and what fair alternatives could revitalise Britain's social infrastructure.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey confronts mounting criticism after the Institute for Fiscal Studies dismantles his party's flagship £2.5bn tax cut proposal, revealing significant funding gaps and questioning economic credibility ahead of crucial elec
Labour's Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms targeting non-doms and private equity in first major fiscal intervention, promising fairness while ruling out wealth tax.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils ambitious economic strategy targeting both fiscal responsibility and reduced inequality through tax reforms and strategic investments.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves commits to protecting welfare payments in Labour's debut budget while promising tough fiscal rules and economic stability.
Millions of middle-class households face financial strain as the Chancellor prepares his Autumn Statement, with frozen tax thresholds and rising costs creating a perfect storm for family budgets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers hard-hitting speech at Wembley, ruling out immediate tax rises while promising tough spending decisions and economic stability.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's economic strategy targeting the wealthy with new tax measures while claiming it will strengthen Britain's economy. The controversial plans have sparked debate about fiscal policy and wealth distribution.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms tax rises are inevitable in Labour's first budget as economic reality bites, with Brexit fallout and Tory legacy creating fiscal straitjacket.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies delivers stark warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, stating benefit cuts cannot be ruled out in upcoming budget despite political risks.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms wealthy Britons face tax increases as part of Labour's November budget strategy, emphasising 'economic stability' over 'quick fixes'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers sobering assessment of UK finances, confirming tough decisions ahead as Labour confronts 'worst economic inheritance since WWII'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils radical planning reforms and spending restraint in her debut budget, promising economic stability after Tory 'chaos'.
Shadow Chancellor announces sweeping economic reforms including tax system modernisation and business investment drive in landmark speech positioning Labour as party of fiscal responsibility.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces difficult decisions as IMF analysis reveals significant fiscal shortfall, with potential tax increases or spending cuts looming in Labour's inaugural budget.
Shadow Chancellor pledges to give Office for Budget Responsibility unprecedented veto power over major tax and spending decisions, learning from Truss's disastrous mini-budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives major IMF endorsement for her economic strategy, with Britain praised as a model of stability amid global uncertainty. Discover how tax reforms and fiscal discipline are driving UK growth.
The International Monetary Fund's stark growth downgrade exposes the economic challenges awaiting Labour's new government, with inflation concerns and fiscal constraints threatening Keir Starmer's ambitions.
Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms including council tax revaluation and potential exit charges for wealthy residents fleeing Labour's fiscal policies.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves against implementing 'half-baked' revenue-raising measures that could harm the economy and undermine business confidence.
Leading economic think tank warns Rachel Reeves faces 'iron chancellor' reality with limited fiscal flexibility, challenging Labour's spending ambitions ahead of potential government.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms Labour will not implement a one-off wealth tax in their first Budget, marking significant shift from previous economic proposals.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is exploring creative fiscal measures to create additional budget flexibility, aiming to shield Britain's economy from unpredictable bond markets while prioritising economic insulation.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches bold bid to reshape UK economic oversight, seeking to reduce the Office for Budget Responsibility's influence over fiscal policy in dramatic Whitehall shake-up.
Millions face higher tax bills as US tax cuts automatically expire in 2026. Discover how the 'fiscal cliff' will impact British expatriates and international investors.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has launched a scathing critique of both Conservative and Labour economic policies, warning of 'unacknowledged trade-offs' and challenging Liz Kendall's welfare reform ambitions.
Labour's first female Chancellor announces dramatic overhaul of Treasury spending rules, prioritising economic growth over rigid fiscal constraints in major policy shift.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves discovers unexpected £3bn for autumn budget after officials correct significant VAT calculation error, providing relief amid spending pressures.
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch makes the case for significant tax reductions to stimulate UK economic growth, challenging Treasury orthodoxy ahead of the next election.
Chancellor Kemi Badenoch announces radical new fiscal policy requiring 50% of spending reductions to directly tackle Britain's budget deficit, reshaping economic strategy.