The article discusses Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves facing dissent within her party over welfare cuts and the insistence that there are no alternatives to last year's budget. Various Labour MPs, ranging from centrists to the hard left, are expressing concerns and suggesting alternative policies. The memo leak from Angela Rayner's department illustrates internal disagreements, with some proposing tax increases to fund public services. This internal strife comes as Labour's poll ratings decrease, prompting greater urgency for a consensus on economic policies that may reshape their approach to budget management.
The leaking of a memo from Angela Rayner's department highlighted disagreements at the heart of government, featuring proposals for tax rises versus welfare cuts.
Rachel Reeves has faced increasing pressure from Labour MPs who are suggesting alternative ideas to welfare cuts amidst declining poll ratings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's insistence that there is no alternative to welfare cuts is challenged by her own party colleagues who seek to explore other options.
Unions and left-wing Labour MPs are advocating for a new tax on the wealthiest, arguing it could generate significant revenue to offset budget cuts.
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