Reeves Signals Tax Pledge Breach and Benefit Cap Review
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates breaking manifesto tax pledges and lifting two-child benefit cap in November budget. Get the latest political analysis.
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Two West London Labour Councillors Resign
Two Hounslow Labour councillors resign, citing a 'toxic' environment and a 'deeply flawed' selection process ahead of the 2026 local elections. Read the full story on the internal party crisis.
Reeves' Budget Tax Dilemma: Experts Weigh In
As the Autumn Budget looms, experts argue the government should be flexible on tax promises. Will voters accept rises for better public services? Read the analysis.
Reeves: Labour manifesto pledges may be dropped
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates Labour may abandon key manifesto commitments due to worse-than-expected economic inheritance. Budget to focus on NHS waiting lists and growth.
Labour MPs revive Tribune to challenge Reform party
In a dramatic political move, Labour MPs are resurrecting the legendary Tribune group to counter the growing threat from Nigel Farage's Reform party, signalling a major shift in Westminster's power dynamics.
Reeves faces resignation calls over tax hike threat
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as Conservative MPs demand her resignation if she breaks Labour's manifesto pledge and increases income tax, National Insurance, or VAT.
Banks escape Rachel Reeves tax raid after lobbying
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for a major banking tax raid following fierce industry lobbying, handing Britain's financial institutions a £4bn reprieve.
Labour's Employment Rights Bill: Unemployment Risk?
As Labour prepares its Employment Rights Bill, business leaders warn of unintended consequences that could stifle job creation and economic growth across Britain.
Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax Plan for UK Drivers
Labour's proposed pay-per-mile road tax system could revolutionise how British motorists are charged, with Rachel Reeves considering a major overhaul of current vehicle taxation.
Labour's ambitious national curriculum overhaul revealed
Exclusive insight into Labour's radical plan to transform England's education system, focusing on digital skills, creativity, and real-world readiness for the 21st century.
Reeves's economic plans face political reality check
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as her economic policies struggle to deliver promised growth while political challenges threaten her Westminster future.
Sadiq Khan's private message to MP sparks controversy
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faces scrutiny after sending a private message to socialist MP Zohran Mamdani during a heated parliamentary debate, raising questions about political boundaries.
Reeves weighs Osborne-style tax threshold freeze
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers maintaining income tax thresholds until 2028, mirroring George Osborne's strategy, to raise £10bn annually while avoiding direct tax hikes.
Tories Block Labour's Workers' Rights Bill
The Conservative Party is systematically dismantling Labour's landmark employment rights bill, sparking accusations of sabotaging worker protections and siding with corporate interests.
Khan Hails New York Mayor Adams: 'Hope Won'
London Mayor Sadiq Khan draws parallels between his leadership and newly elected New York Mayor Eric Adams, celebrating progressive victories across global cities.
Mamdani's win sparks global progressive celebration
New York socialist Zohran Mamdani's decisive re-election triumph resonates across Atlantic, drawing praise from UK Labour and Indian activists while highlighting Gaza conflict's political impact.
Badenoch vs Starmer: UK Energy Policy Divide Widens
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch urges government to boost UK energy security through domestic oil and gas exploration, creating clear dividing lines with Labour's climate-focused agenda ahead of COP30.
Reeves' Budget: Tax Rises Loom in November
Exclusive analysis of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget reveals potential tax increases and economic reforms that could reshape Britain's financial landscape.
PMQs Clash: Lammy and Reeves Battle Over Tax Shake-Up
David Lammy and Rachel Reeves lock horns in dramatic PMQs showdown as Labour government pushes forward with ambitious tax system overhaul plans.
London MP Arrest: Wake-Up Call for UK Democracy
Labour MP Zohran Mamdani's detention during a peaceful protest raises urgent questions about political freedoms in the UK. Discover why civil liberties defenders are sounding the alarm.
Starmer's climate mission: Politics or principle?
As Sir Keir Starmer heads to Canada for climate talks, we examine why Labour is prioritising environmental policy despite political risks and voter scepticism about green spending.
Rachel Reeves: Repeating 1975's Budget Horror?
As Rachel Reeves prepares her first Labour budget since 2010, experts warn of eerie parallels with Denis Healey's infamous 1975 U-turn that shattered Labour's economic credibility for decades.
Cure Britain's Pessimism Disease, Chancellor Told
Leading investment banker warns Rachel Reeves must tackle Britain's deep-seated economic pessimism to unlock growth and attract business investment in crucial first months.
Rachel Reeves blames predecessors for economic challenges
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism after blaming predecessors for economic challenges while avoiding questions about her own responsibility in navigating Britain's financial predicament.
Rachel Reeves's dangerous economic gamble revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's recent speech promises economic stability, but experts warn it's built on precarious foundations. Analysis reveals the hidden risks in her fiscal strategy.
Cartoon captures budget backlash against Rachel Reeves
Ben Jennings' powerful political cartoon captures the brewing storm around Rachel Reeves' first major budget, depicting widespread discontent and economic anxiety across Britain.
Rachel Reeves: Why tax rises shouldn't feel taxing
Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines her surprising approach to tax rises, focusing on economic growth and fairness rather than traditional revenue-raising measures.
White Noise Disrupts Rachel Reeves' Budget Speech
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' crucial budget speech was disrupted by technical difficulties as white noise blared through Parliament, creating a chaotic scene and raising questions about Commons preparedness.
Reeves's Budget: Honest About Tax?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as her first major budget raises questions about transparency and future tax decisions. Analysis reveals what the numbers really mean for British households.
Reeves' 8am shock and awe economic bombshell
Chancellor Rachel Reeves stuns Westminster with unprecedented morning press conference, declaring immediate end to Tory planning restrictions to spark housebuilding revolution.
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