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"Ministers and backbenchers reacted with despair to news that plans to hike income tax had been abandoned, claiming that is showed nobody is in charge of the government. The Independent has been told that supporters of health secretary Wes Streeting still want him to replace Sir Keir in a coronation to get the Labour government back on track. One MP said the U-turn made a coup more likely while a minister described the PM's position as weakened."
The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech, emphasizing on-the-ground journalism and investigations. The outlet refuses paywalls, aims to make quality journalism accessible, and asks for donations to fund reporters who speak to both sides. Labour MPs claim ripping up Budget plans has weakened Keir Starmer and increased the chances of an imminent leadership challenge. Ministers and backbenchers expressed despair after plans to hike income tax were abandoned, saying it showed nobody is in charge and added to a sense of directionlessness. Supporters of Health Secretary Wes Streeting reportedly want him to replace Sir Keir to restore government direction.
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