Reeves Vows 'Iron Discipline' in First Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to deliver a budget of 'iron discipline' with tough spending rules, as she accuses the Tories of leaving the economy in ruins. Get the full analysis.
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Budget 2025 Date Revealed: Chancellor's Autumn Plan
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is poised to deliver her first major Budget in late October or early November, setting out Labour's long-term economic plan. Get the inside track on the key dates and what it means for your wallet.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Labour's War on Whitehall's Empty Offices
Exclusive investigation reveals vast swathes of government departments stand empty as Labour vows to slash the £1bn annual bill for underused offices and get civil servants back to their desks.
Labour reveals £8.2m daily cost of asylum seeker hotels
Exclusive investigation reveals the full scale of UK asylum seeker hotel use under the Conservatives. Discover which towns are housing migrants and the staggering £8.2m daily cost to taxpayers.
Labour Forces Release of Secret UK Asylum Hotel Map
Exclusive: Labour forces government to reveal secret data mapping the staggering scale of asylum seeker hotel use across Britain, costing taxpayers millions daily and sparking a major political row.
Labour mulls new homes tax amid £50bn shortfall
Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering a new tax on homes to address a £50 billion spending shortfall, sparking fresh debate over the party's fiscal plans.
Reeves grilled over Labour's £20bn spending gap
Labour's new Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced tough questions on BBC Radio 4's Today programme about a potential £20bn shortfall in the party's spending commitments, as host Nick Robinson pressed for clarity on funding sources.
MP slams govt over Whitehall 'waste culture'
Labour MP Chris Bryant criticises the UK government for excessive spending on temporary staff and consultants, calling for urgent reforms in Whitehall.
Labour’s austerity gamble could decide next election
As Labour grapples with tough fiscal decisions, experts warn that austerity measures could alienate voters ahead of the next general election. Is history repeating itself?
Rachel Reeves' tax and spending dilemma
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure to address the UK's economic challenges, with tough decisions on taxes and public spending looming.
Brown urges fiscal caution amid defence spending debate
Former PM Gordon Brown urges fiscal prudence amid rising defence costs, while Labour faces scrutiny over immigration policies and economic strategy.
Trump and Starmer clash over NATO spending
Former US President Donald Trump and UK Labour leader Keir Starmer engage in a fiery debate over NATO defence spending, sparking political tensions as elections loom.
Rachel Reeves warned tax rises or cuts needed for Labour
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure as experts warn Labour may need to raise taxes or cut spending to fund public services. Will her economic plans hold up?
Ex-Labour minister pushes for wealth tax, warns against cuts
Ex-Labour minister calls for wealth tax to address economic inequality, warning against austerity measures that could harm public services.
Labour outspent Tories 2:1 in 2024 election
Official figures reveal Labour's massive financial advantage over the Tories in the 2024 general election campaign. Discover how spending shaped the political battlefield.
Labour outspent Tories by £30M in election campaign
New figures reveal Labour's unprecedented £30M spending surge in the 2024 general election, eclipsing Conservative efforts and fuelling Keir Starmer's landslide victory.
Rayner criticised over Scottish and Welsh Labour remarks
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner sparks controversy with remarks about Scottish and Welsh Labour, drawing sharp criticism from political opponents.
How supermarket music makes you spend more
Retail giants Coles and Woolworths are using carefully curated playlists to influence shopping behaviour and boost sales. Find out how the tempo and volume of music affect your spending habits.
Trump's $9.4B cuts target NPR, PBS in major win
Former President Donald Trump achieves a significant political win as $9.4 billion in spending cuts are approved, slashing funding for NPR and PBS in a move critics call radical.
Gen Z vs Boomers: The Credit Card Divide
A new study highlights the stark differences in credit card usage between Gen Z and Baby Boomers, revealing unexpected financial habits across generations.
Trump proposes military-funded iceberg rescue missions
Former US President Donald Trump suggests redirecting military funds to tow icebergs to drought-stricken regions, sparking global debate on climate innovation.
Crockett's Sesame Street-Iraq funding rant causes stir
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after comparing US funding for Iraq to Sesame Street in a viral rant. Critics call her remarks 'out of touch'.
Americans wary of Trump spending plans
Public sentiment shifts as concerns mount over Trump's ambitious spending agenda, despite White House claims of significant savings for American households.
UK food inflation hits record high - government urged to act
Experts warn of deepening food crisis as prices soar, putting pressure on ministers to intervene.
Rayner faces backlash over 'stealth taxes' remark
Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner sparks controversy by suggesting 'stealth taxes' could fund public services, drawing criticism from political opponents.
Senate GOP blocks spending bills to back Trump
Republican senators are rallying to block key spending measures, aligning with Donald Trump's agenda ahead of the 2024 election. Critics warn of potential government dysfunction.
Americans spending less on summer holidays
New data reveals Americans are scaling back on summer travel due to financial pressures, with many opting for shorter or cheaper getaways.
GOP Bill Cuts Foreign Aid & Public Broadcasting
A new Republican-led bill proposes significant cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting budgets, sparking debate over fiscal priorities and government spending.
UK heatwave drives retail sales surge
Soaring temperatures in June drove UK consumers to spend heavily on cooling products, lifting retail sales figures despite broader economic pressures.
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