Reeves' Mansion Tax Plan Sparks 'Spiteful or Fair' Debate
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
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Labour's biggest union backer eyes party split
Unite, Labour's largest union backer, is reportedly considering a formal split from the party, marking a historic fracture and posing a severe challenge to Keir Starmer's leadership. Read the full story.
Starmer pins Budget tax rises on Tory economic legacy
PM Keir Starmer defends Autumn Budget tax increases, blaming a £16bn OBR forecast downgrade on the previous Conservative government's record. He also faced scrutiny over welfare reform and EU relations.
Labour rural MPs rebel over farm inheritance tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a Labour rebellion as rural MPs defy the government over the controversial 'family farms tax' on estates worth over £1m. Read the full story.
UK's 3p Pay-Per-Mile Road Tax to Start in 2028
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 3p-per-mile road charge for electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2028. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the future of driving.
Majority Blame Labour for Tax Rises, Poll Finds
A new poll reveals most UK voters blame the Labour government for controversial Budget tax hikes, doubting its economic management. Read the full analysis.
State Pension Tax Exemption Creates Two-Tier System
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
London mansion tax: 26,500 homes face new charge
Exclusive analysis reveals 26,500 properties sold for over £2m face new 'mansion tax' surcharge from 2028. Discover which London boroughs will be hardest hit.
Monsoon owner hits out at Reeves' Budget tax rises
Adena Brands, owner of Monsoon and Accessorize, warns Chancellor Rachel Reeves' tax increases are forcing it to stop growth investment. Read the full financial impact.
Rachel Reeves' Budget Faces Backlash Over Tax and Welfare
Rachel Reeves' debut budget as Chancellor triggers fierce debate with personal tax allowance freezes and the retained two-child limit. Critics argue the measures disproportionately impact lower earners.
Labour's Budget Criticised for Short-Term Focus
Rachel Reeves' first budget faces backlash for missing key opportunities on tax reform and green investment while failing to address long-term economic challenges.
Budget Plasters Fail to Heal Economic Wounds
Rachel Reeves' £26bn budget offers temporary relief but fails to address Britain's fundamental economic flaws. Without systemic reform, the bleeding continues.
Labour's 2025 Budget: A High-Stakes Election Gamble
Analysis of the 2025 Budget reveals Chancellor's risky bet on economic growth ahead of the next general election. Will Labour's fiscal plans pay off? Read the full breakdown.
Voters feel let down by 'tinkering' autumn budget
Exclusive focus group reveals former Tory voters' disappointment with Labour's budget measures. Discover why key supporters feel the government is 'tinkering around the edges'.
London's £2m Mansion Tax: New Council Tax Charge
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces new mansion tax on properties over £2m from 2028. London homeowners face annual charges up to £7,500. Discover how this affects the property market.
Starmer defends Labour's 43 tax rises
Sir Keir Starmer insists Labour 'kept to our manifesto' despite announcing 43 tax rises in Rachel Reeves' budget. Discover how income tax thresholds and pensions changes will affect you.
UK Defies Trump, Keeps Digital Services Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves maintains UK's Digital Services Tax despite US pressure, generating £800m from tech giants. Discover the political standoff and economic implications.
Tax Threshold Freeze Extended: Calculate Your Bill
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends the tax threshold freeze until 2031. Use our calculator to see how much more tax you will pay as your salary increases.
Reeves' Budget: Short-Term Relief, Long-Term Pain
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a high-stakes budget offering immediate relief but deferring significant tax increases. Will this gamble pay off for Labour's political future? Analysis inside.
New Mansion Tax: How It Affects UK Homeowners
The UK government's proposed mansion tax could impact properties valued over £2 million. Learn how this property tax reform might affect homeowners and share your views.
Reeves defends budget as think tanks raise concerns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over Labour's tax manifesto pledge as leading think tanks question budget decisions. Follow live updates and analysis.
Labour tax pledge costs millions of workers
A new report reveals how sticking to Labour's manifesto tax promise has financially hurt low and middle earners. Discover the full analysis and what it means for future budgets.
Young Professionals Hit Hard by Labour Budget
Rachel Reeves' Budget freezes push millions into higher tax bands, with young graduates facing a 57% marginal tax rate. Discover the impact on your finances.
Reeves Reveals Labour's First Budget With Mansion Tax
Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveils Labour's 2025 budget featuring mansion taxes, milkshake levies and welfare cap changes. Will this give Starmer's government direction?
Reeves accused of breaking tax pledge in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget after accusations she broke a manifesto promise not to raise taxes. Read the full analysis and have your say.
Chancellor's tax-raising budget hits ordinary people
Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises including mansion tax and pension changes while scrapping two-child benefit cap. Full budget breakdown and analysis.
Labour's £26bn Budget Tax Raid Breaks Key Pledges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £26bn, breaking manifesto promises. Analysis reveals a budget for political survival, not the country. Read the full verdict.
Labour's £26bn Tax Rise Breaks Election Promises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £26bn, breaking manifesto pledges not to increase taxes on working people. Analysis reveals the political cost for a government with a 400-seat majority.
Labour's £26bn Tax Rise Breaks Manifesto Pledges
Chancellor Rachel Reeves raises taxes by £26bn, breaking key election promises. Analysis reveals this budget buys time but may cost Labour its credibility. Read the full story.
Hitchin voters feel betrayed by Labour's Budget 2025
Sky News visits Hitchin, a town that switched to Labour in 2024, to gauge reaction to Rachel Reeves's tax-raising budget. Discover why higher earners and business owners feel targeted.
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