Uk Government

Billions of pounds in council debt are jeopardising the most comprehensive reorganisation of local government in England for generations, senior local authority officials warn. The situation has become particularly acute in areas where…

A 164-year-old dairy farm's managing director has issued a stark warning about the impact of Rachel Reeves's recent Budget on rural communities and cheese prices. Richard Clothier, who leads Wyke Farms in Somerset, Britain's largest…

Rachel Reeves is weighing significant reductions to public services as the UK's borrowing costs surge to levels not seen since 1998, amid mounting pressure on the Labour government's fiscal strategy. The Chancellor's position has become…

In a significant move to address one of Britain's most challenging political issues, the UK government has appointed Baroness Louise Casey to spearhead a four-year, cross-party task force examining the future of social care. The…

Britain's economy showed signs of stagnation in the third quarter of 2024, with official figures revealing zero growth between July and September, forcing Labour leadership to temper expectations about the pace of economic revival. Sir…

Recent research conducted by the University of Bristol reveals British voters have largely endorsed the £40bn tax increases presented in Rachel Reeves's inaugural budget, despite anticipating personal financial impacts. The study,…

Britain's flagship high-speed rail project, HS2, is facing fresh scrutiny as internal management estimates suggest costs could reach £66 billion, marking a substantial £9 billion increase from previous projections. The concerning figures…

Brussels has established firm negotiating positions ahead of the upcoming 'reset' talks with the UK, with fishing rights emerging as a critical priority according to internal EU documents. The bloc's stance includes a demand for an early…

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled six ambitious 'milestone' targets for 2029, signalling a bold attempt to rebuild voter confidence amidst declining poll ratings. These targets, spanning crucial sectors including healthcare,…

The UK Treasury's multiyear spending review has been postponed until June 2025, marking a significant delay from the initially planned spring announcement. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's decision extends the period of fiscal uncertainty for…

The British government's exit from NatWest has gained momentum as its ownership stake diminishes to just under 11 per cent of the FTSE 100 bank. The reduction comes through a methodical trading plan designed to gradually release shares into…

Rachel Reeves, the Labour Chancellor, has made an unequivocal commitment to maintain current tax levels during the next budget, emphasising the government's dedication to fiscal responsibility within established spending parameters.…

In a landmark fiscal announcement, Labour's Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a transformative budget featuring £40 billion in tax increases, marking a significant departure from previous Conservative policies. The comprehensive package…

The Labour government is poised to implement significant fiscal changes as Rachel Reeves, the first female Chancellor of the Exchequer, prepares to deliver her maiden budget speech. The financial package, estimated at £35 billion in tax…

The United Kingdom's escalating tax burden has pushed government revenues nearer to European Union levels than witnessed in decades, marking a significant transformation that Labour's Rachel Reeves is poised to amplify with substantial tax…

Rachel Reeves confirmed that she would change the UK fiscal rules in next week's Budget. She wants to borrow more money and fund an extra £20bn of investment each year. The UK chancellor stated that her "investment rules" will ensure…

Rachel Reeves is unlikely to hit the private equity industry with the 45p top tax rate this month, because she's looking for to find a compromise deal to close the tax "loopholes", which doesn't drive investors away from Britain. Reeves…

TotalEnergies' chief executive said that the French oil major would reduce its investment in the UK if the government increased the windfall tax. Patrick Pouyanne says the plans of the Labour government to increase the tax rate and…