Readers debate Rachel Reeves' Budget impact
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Budget 2025: Middle-Income Earners Pushed to Breaking Point
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget is pushing skilled professionals like 'Nick, 30' to leave the UK. With stealth taxes and soaring costs, is Britain losing its future?
Reeves Denies Misleading Public Over Budget Finances
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget decisions amid criticism over tax rises and fiscal headroom. Discover how £16bn downgrade shaped the economic plan.
Hospitality pleads for help as business rates soar
UK pubs and hospitality businesses face 'eye-watering' business rate hikes despite government promises, leading to viability fears. Discover the impact of the 2025 budget.
Hospitality sector betrayed by business rates overhaul
UK hospitality faces a devastating stealth tax as a promised 5p business rates cut hides massive bill increases. Pubs and restaurants warn of closures and price hikes.
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 defends budget as working people face tax rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits working people will pay more tax but defends budget choices. Read her full response to critics and economic forecasts.
Podcast Reveals Budget's Hidden Problems
Sky News' Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast dives into Rachel Reeves's budget, questioning a return to austerity and the practicality of new taxes. Listen now for the full analysis.
Reeves' 2025 Budget Inflames Britain's Economic Mood
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second budget statement has intensified Britain's economic concerns with multiple tax rises and reduced growth forecasts, failing to deliver promised stability.
Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.
Autumn Budget 2025: Rachel Reeves' Tax Plans Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Autumn Budget with major tax changes expected. Watch live at 12:30pm as Labour faces crucial economic test. Full analysis of property, pension and income tax measures.
Income Tax Threshold Freeze Explained: Budget 2025
Discover how the extended income tax threshold freeze announced in the Budget will impact your finances and why it's called a 'stealth tax'. Learn about fiscal drag now.
Senator Jim Justice Settles $5m Tax Debt
Republican US Senator Jim Justice agrees to pay over $5m in back taxes following a federal lawsuit. Discover the details of the 16-year debt and his financial troubles.
SMEs Call for Tax Burden Relief in Autumn Budget
British SMEs urge Chancellor to address disproportionate tax burden in Autumn Budget. 73% hit by NICs rise, 69% by corporation tax hike. Read their demands.
Business Fears 'Death by a Thousand Taxes' in Budget
As the CBI conference begins, we analyse business fears over Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget. Will growth forecasts and new taxes impact the UK economy? Listen to the full podcast.
Starmer won't rule out extending tax threshold freeze
Sir Keir Starmer refuses to rule out extending the income tax threshold freeze, a move that could see Britons pay more tax. Read the latest budget speculation.
Tories: Labour's tax freeze breaks manifesto pledge
Conservatives accuse Labour of breaching election promises with stealth tax freeze extension to fund benefits. Discover how this affects working families.
US to Sell F-35 Stealth Jets to Saudi Arabia
Donald Trump announces major F-35 fighter jet sale to Saudi Arabia during Prince Mohammed bin Salman's US visit, reshaping Middle East defence dynamics. Read the full analysis.
Crest Nicholson cuts 100 jobs amid profit warning
UK housebuilder Crest Nicholson announces 100 job cuts and profit warning following challenging market conditions and government property tax changes. Full analysis inside.
Fresh tax raid on hotels and shoppers announced
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans new tourist taxes and a sugar levy expansion to fill a £20bn fiscal hole. Discover how this impacts your wallet and the high street.
Labour abandons income tax rise for stealth taxes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves retreats from income tax increases, opting for stealth taxes in November budget. Analysis of Labour's broken manifesto pledge and its impact on tax fairness.
Reeves abandons income tax rise plans in Budget U-turn
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has reportedly scrapped plans to increase income tax rates ahead of the November 26 Budget. Discover what alternative tax measures could still mean higher bills for millions.
Reeves mulls second alcohol duty increase
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could raise alcohol duties by RPI inflation to fill £30bn fiscal hole. Industry warns of pub closures and job losses. Read the latest budget speculation.
Supreme Court to Review Trump Tariff Authority
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a landmark case challenging Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs, setting up a constitutional battle with global economic implications.
Michelle Mone-linked firm owes £39m in taxes
A company connected to Conservative peer Michelle Mone owes HMRC £39 million in unpaid taxes, raising fresh questions about government procurement during the pandemic.
Trump Tariff Clash Hits Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court hears landmark case challenging Trump's sweeping tariff authority, testing constitutional limits of presidential power in international trade.
Ryanair Boss: High Taxes Have Doomed UK Economy
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary delivers stark warning about Britain's economic future, citing excessive taxation and uncompetitive policies that threaten business growth and investment.
Supreme Court to rule on Trump tariff powers
The US Supreme Court prepares to hear a landmark case challenging Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs without congressional approval, setting up a constitutional clash with global economic implications.
Ministers' Tax Arrangements Under Scrutiny
An explosive investigation reveals how government ministers benefit from tax arrangements they'd deny ordinary citizens, creating a stark double standard in Britain's fiscal policy.
Pension tax raid threatens millions' retirement
A stealth tax freeze on pension allowances threatens to push millions of Britons into higher tax brackets, potentially derailing retirement plans across the UK.
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