Minister defends Budget 'shifting sands' amid EV tax fears
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander addresses pre-Budget criticism while declining to deny pay-per-mile EV scheme. Key announcements expected on taxes and cost of living.
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Reeves' Budget: Cost of Living Help and Tax Rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to tackle the cost of living crisis in her autumn budget, unveiling a multibillion-pound tax package. Discover the key measures and political reactions.
Two-Thirds of Britons Want Spending Cuts Over Tax Rises
New poll reveals overwhelming public preference for spending reductions rather than tax increases to address Budget black hole. Read the full analysis ahead of Wednesday's crucial announcement.
Reeves pledges to 'grip cost of living' in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges action on the cost of living in her Budget, with a rail fare freeze and expected tax rises. Will it ease the pressure on families?
Voter Anger Grows Ahead of Rachel Reeves' Budget
As Rachel Reeves prepares her first Budget, voters express frustration over expected tax rises. Kemi Badenoch faces crucial test with Opposition response. Read the full analysis.
Starmer refuses to rule out manifesto-busting tax rises
Sir Keir Starmer repeatedly declines to rule out tax rises that could break Labour's key election pledges. Read the full analysis of the potential budget fallout.
Case: Budget critical for centrist politics survival
Former cabinet secretary Simon Case warns voters may abandon centrist parties if Rachel Reeves' budget fails to address UK's deep economic problems. Read the full analysis.
Starmer refuses to rule out manifesto-busting tax rises
Keir Starmer repeatedly evaded questions on potential tax threshold freezes ahead of Rachel Reeves's crucial Budget. Will Labour break its manifesto pledge?
Reeves on 'mansplaining' and pressure as first female chancellor
Chancellor Rachel Reeves speaks out against media attacks and 'mansplaining' as she prepares to deliver a budget with tax rises and cost of living measures. Read the latest.
Klarna AI halves staff, boosts pay 60%
Klarna's AI investment has reduced its workforce by nearly half while increasing average employee pay by 60%. Discover how technology is reshaping the buy now, pay later sector.
Reform UK's £25bn Plan to Avoid Tax Hikes
Nigel Farage's Reform UK unveils five major spending cuts totalling £25bn, challenging Rachel Reeves to avoid 'treacherous' tax rises on Britons. Will the Chancellor listen?
Swinney denies breaking SNP tax pledge in manifesto
First Minister John Swinney faces scrutiny after denying breaking SNP's 2021 manifesto tax promise. Scottish taxpayers face £1bn shortfall despite higher rates. Read the full investigation.
Farage's £25bn Budget Plan to Avert Tax Rises
Nigel Farage demands Chancellor Rachel Reeves avoid tax hikes by cutting overseas aid and migrant benefits. His plan claims to save £25bn. Read the full proposal.
Productivity Downgrade Adds £20bn to Budget Deficit
OBR's productivity forecast downgrade creates £20bn fiscal black hole, forcing Chancellor Rachel Reeves to consider significant tax rises ahead of November Budget. Analysis by former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane.
UK economy grows 0.1%, tax hikes loom to avert crisis
The UK economy is stalling with growth of just 0.1%. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough tax decisions to avoid a market meltdown. Can the government find a path to recovery?
Reeves' Tax Dilemma: Budget Faces Income Tax Rise Scrutiny
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts difficult budget choices as Labour weighs potential income tax rises. Experts debate the political fallout and the need for a clear economic plan. Read the full analysis.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Junior Doctors Reject Pay Offer, NHS Strikes Escalate
Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses junior doctors of holding the country to ransom after they reject inflation-busting pay deal, triggering fresh NHS walkouts that threaten to cripple healthcare services.
Chalmers: Inflation pain continues despite rate pause
Exclusive: Jim Chalmers reveals inflation battle far from over as Australians face ongoing cost-of-living pressures. The Treasurer warns of difficult months ahead despite RBA holding rates steady.
Tube strikes cancelled after RMT pay deal agreement
London Underground workers have accepted a groundbreaking pay deal, ending threat of further Tube strikes. The RMT union's agreement brings 5% pay rise and includes major concessions on working conditions.
London Tube workers secure landmark three-year pay deal
RMT union members overwhelmingly accept transformative pay agreement with TfL, ending years of dispute and securing significant wage increases for London Underground staff.
Reeves: Badenoch Used 'Waffle Bomb' in Tax Row
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches blistering attack on Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch over tax policy confusion, accusing government of economic incompetence.
Pound crashes to 5-week low after Labour budget
Sterling tumbles to five-week low against US dollar as Chancellor Rachel Reeves's first budget announcement triggers market concerns over UK economic stability and potential tax increases.
Rachel Reeves' budget plans face City scepticism
Labour's shadow chancellor faces mounting pressure as financial markets question her fiscal strategy ahead of the general election. Analysis reveals the challenges facing Britain's next potential government.
Rachel Reeves' Budget: Hidden Tax Rises Looming
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as analysis reveals potential tax increases needed to fund Labour's spending pledges. Discover the economic reality behind the political promises.
Rachel Reeves' budget: Hidden tax rises and austerity loom
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' debut budget faces tough choices between tax increases and spending cuts as the UK confronts its worst economic inheritance since WWII.
Reeves dodges tax rise questions before budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves refuses to rule out tax increases ahead of crucial autumn budget, sparking speculation about Treasury's fiscal plans amid economic challenges.
Norway Wealth Fund Rejects Musk's £44bn Tesla Pay Deal
In a dramatic shareholder revolt, Norway's massive sovereign wealth fund has voted against Elon Musk's controversial compensation package, dealing a significant blow to the Tesla CEO ahead of the company's annual meeting.
Poll Reveals Who Britons Blame For Tax Rises
As major tax increases approach, a new Daily Mail poll reveals where voters place responsibility. Discover which parties and leaders face the toughest scrutiny over the forthcoming financial squeeze.
Autumn Budget: Benefits Cuts and Tax Rises Loom
Exclusive analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's first major fiscal event may deliver painful welfare reforms and tax increases as Labour confronts economic challenges.
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