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.
A bombshell court order has been issued to prevent three police pads from publicly disclosing details of their probe into Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner's property transactions, sparking a major transparency row.
Former Culture Minister Ed Vaizey calls for VAT removal on prescription obesity drugs, arguing it would boost public health and reduce long-term NHS costs.
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner faces intense scrutiny over allegations of tax avoidance and potential electoral law breaches connected to her former council house sale. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak declares the situation 'doesn't look good' as pressur
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny after appearing to water down a key Labour manifesto promise not to raise major taxes, signalling a major shift in economic policy ahead of the general election.
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Angela Rayner's supporters have launched a fierce rebuke against James Cleverly, dismissing his accusations of a past council tax avoidance as a 'desperate smear'. The spat threatens to derail the political truce on second homes.
Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 plunged into darkness and chaos after a catastrophic power failure, grounding all flights and leaving thousands of passengers stranded in major travel disruption.
Exclusive analysis reveals Labour's planned VAT overhaul for private schools could trigger a devastating chain reaction, costing the hospitality sector more than 50% of its job losses and hitting family budgets hard.
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Labour's Deputy Leader, Angela Rayner, faces intense scrutiny over the sale of a council house and allegations of tax avoidance. This exclusive investigation examines the claims, the political fallout, and the unanswered questions on her property dealings
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell holds interest rates at a 23-year high, projecting a more cautious single cut in 2024 as US inflation proves persistent. Markets react to the hawkish stance.
Former minister Zac Goldsmith dramatically reduces asking price for his Suffolk estate as he prepares to wed banking heiress. Property market intrigue surrounds the timing of this major price cut.
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New Chancellor Rachel Reeves makes her opening move by ending VAT exemption for private schools, a key Labour pledge to fund state education. The Treasury confirms the change will proceed despite sector warnings.
Exclusive: A new report reveals sixth forms are bracing for a fierce battle for students as Labour's plan to add VAT to private school fees threatens to drive an exodus back into the state sector, creating a funding and capacity crisis.
In a significant pre-election promise, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has explicitly committed to not extending VAT to private school fees, offering certainty to families and the education sector.
Discover how UK homeowners are turning their roofs into revenue streams. Our expert guide breaks down the Smart Export Guarantee, battery storage, and the real costs and profits of solar energy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers raising VAT rates to address the UK's fiscal challenges and stimulate economic growth, sparking debate among policymakers.
The upcoming 'Mean Girls' musical film adaptation has left out a fan-favourite song, sparking disappointment among fans. Find out which track didn’t make the cut and why.
A woman undergoing heart surgery at Scunthorpe General Hospital tragically died after a power cut disrupted the procedure, raising serious concerns about hospital emergency protocols.
Pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly reduces the UK price of its weight-loss drug Mounjaro following backlash, including criticism from former US President Donald Trump.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves criticises the government's VAT cut for hospitality, arguing it unfairly benefits large chains over small businesses.
Labour councillor Ricky Jones has sparked outrage after suggesting a jury was 'overwhelmed' and 'not thinking' during a trial involving anti-government protesters. Jones, who was present at the demonstration, made the remarks in a heated social media post
Homeowners in Australia may need to wait several weeks before seeing any relief from the Reserve Bank's latest rate cut, as lenders take time to adjust their mortgage rates.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has lowered the cash rate to 3.6%, offering much-needed relief for mortgage holders amid economic uncertainty.
Manchester City star Jack Grealish has reportedly agreed to a significant pay cut to join Everton on loan. Discover the details behind his bold career move and what it reveals about his ambitions.
HMRC is tightening the screws on VAT fraud with new enforcement measures. Find out how this could impact your business and what steps you need to take to stay compliant.
A sudden power outage in Chislehurst, South London, has left hundreds without electricity, disrupting daily life and raising concerns over infrastructure resilience.
Experts predict the Reserve Bank of Australia will cut interest rates this August, offering relief to borrowers amid economic uncertainty.