Opinion: The 5p Tax Rise Is Being Soft-Launched
The 5p income tax rise is more than a think tank suggestion—it’s a coordinated signal. This opinion explores how the UK government may be preparing the public for a broken tax pledge.
“Junk Bond” Warning: UK Regions Still Struggling to Attract Investment Outside London
Many UK regions outside London are viewed as “junk bond” level by investors, according to new research. Experts call for local banking reform to boost regional growth.
Starmer & Macron’s “One-In, One-Out” Channel Migrant Deal Begins as Pilot Scheme
Starmer and Macron agree pilot migrant deal to return 50 migrants per week to France, while accepting asylum seekers with UK family ties.
Starmer Defends Economy Amid Wealth Tax Calls at PMQs
Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced a confrontational yet composed session at Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) today as he rebuffed renewed calls for a wealth tax while defending his broader economic and public service agenda. 💰 Wealth Tax Debate Sparks Tension Opposition leader Kemi Badenoch pressed Starmer on Labour’s tax strategy, asking: “Will you rule out…
Starmer Seeks ‘One In, One Out’ Migrant Deal with Macron
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will travel to Paris this week seeking to strike a new migrant deal with French President Emmanuel Macron, aimed at returning asylum seekers who cross the Channel in small boats. The proposal, understood to be a “one in, one out” pilot scheme, would see the UK return some migrants to France…