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Pound Plunges as Budget Tax Rise Fears Grip Markets
The British pound faces mounting pressure as investor anxiety grows over anticipated tax rises in the upcoming budget, sending currency values tumbling and raising economic alarm bells.
Starmer refuses to rule out budget tax rises
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declined to rule out potential tax increases in the upcoming budget, facing intense questioning from former Tory leadership contender Kemi Badenoch during a heated PMQs session.
Reeves vows Britain will defy economic forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to confront Britain's economic challenges head-on as OBR downgrades productivity forecasts and warns of potential tax increases ahead.
Rachel Reeves faces £20bn Labour budget black hole
Labour's Chancellor-in-waiting faces tough spending decisions as Treasury analysis reveals massive funding shortfall, forcing potential tax rises or spending cuts.
UK productivity downgrade sparks tax rise fears
Britain faces a stark economic reckoning as official forecasts slash productivity growth, triggering speculation about imminent tax rises while major corporations voice concerns over investment climate.
Reeves rules out major tax rises in Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges no significant tax increases in Labour's inaugural budget, focusing instead on economic growth through planning reforms and infrastructure investment.
Rachel Reeves rules out major tax rises in Labour budget
Shadow Chancellor pledges fiscal responsibility while avoiding significant tax increases, setting the stage for Labour's economic approach ahead of the general election.
Reeves races for Gulf trade deal amid growth plan pressure
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accelerates trade negotiations with Gulf states while battling to convince economic forecasters of Labour's growth strategy to avoid tax hikes.
Reeves forced into borrowing spree as fiscal plans unravel
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts harsh economic reality as soaring debt costs and weak growth force major borrowing increases, putting Labour's fiscal rules under severe pressure.
Reeves: No Room for Tax Cuts in Labour Budget
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.
Reeves faces tax rise or spending cut dilemma in budget
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.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Starmer: Farage provides cover for Tory tax rises
Keir Starmer accuses Nigel Farage of creating a diversion from Conservative economic failures as Britain braces for painful Autumn Budget tax increases.
Water bills to jump for millions after regulator approval
Millions of British households face significant increases in their water bills after regulator Ofwat approved substantial price rises for water companies across England and Wales.
Reeves: No Money for Public Sector Pay Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares no money for public sector pay rises in upcoming budget, setting stage for potential confrontation with unions as she blames previous Tory government for empty coffers.
Reeves announces tax rises in first Labour budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping tax reforms in her debut budget, targeting private schools, non-doms and private equity in bid to rebuild Britain's economy.
How price rises are changing British spending habits
New Guardian investigation reveals how relentless price rises are transforming shopping habits, family budgets and lifestyle choices across Britain.
Virgin Media O2 confirms broadband price hike structure
Virgin Media O2 announces significant changes to broadband pricing with mid-contract increases tied to inflation, affecting millions of UK customers from April 2024.
Wetherspoons raises prices amid energy and tax pressures
JD Wetherspoon announces price increases across its pubs as soaring energy costs and new packaging taxes squeeze profit margins, with chairman Tim Martin warning of challenging times ahead for the hospitality sector.
LEGO The Dark Knight Rises: Exclusive Character Reveal
Gameloft's lead producer unveils exciting details about the new LEGO Batman game expansion, featuring iconic characters from Christopher Nolan's epic trilogy. Discover the challenges of bringing realistic LEGO versions to life.
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.
Brits Revolt Against Tax Rises: 65% Oppose, 55% Want Reeves Sacked
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stunning public backlash as a dire new poll reveals nearly two-thirds of Britons oppose tax increases to fill a £50bn black hole. With 55% wanting her sacked, the government's economic strategy is in crisis.
Reeves and Starmer brace for tough budget decisions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves and PM Keir Starmer prepare for a difficult budget, with potential tax increases amid economic pressures. Experts warn of tough decisions ahead.
Starmer accuses govt of hiding tax rises in Budget
Labour leader Keir Starmer claims the government is concealing future tax increases in the Autumn Statement, warning of 'stealth taxes' ahead.
Rachel Reeves warned tax rises or cuts needed for Labour
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure as experts warn Labour may need to raise taxes or cut spending to fund public services. Will her economic plans hold up?
Reeves may raise taxes as budget deficit worsens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a widening budget deficit, with experts warning tax hikes may be inevitable. The NIESR predicts economic challenges ahead.
Police pay rises must be earned, not guaranteed
UK police officers have been informed that future pay increases will depend on performance and reforms, sparking debate over fairness and morale.
Tesco & Sainsbury's Christmas price hikes revealed
Major UK supermarkets Tesco and Sainsbury's are set to increase prices on festive essentials ahead of Christmas, sparking concerns over holiday budgets.
Reeves' tax hikes may force price rises, warn retailers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' planned tax increases this autumn could force retailers to raise prices, adding pressure on consumers amid economic challenges.
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