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UK Budget: Labour Party to Raise Capital Gains and Inheritance Taxes

The Labour government announces significant tax increases and investment under Chancellor Rachel Reeves to combat economic stagnation.

Two-thirds of bosses feel negatively about budget, Reeves is told

Rachel Reeves's mission to boost Britain's economy falters as business confidence declines, raising concerns over investment and financial stability.

Reeves can loosen Britain's purse strings: she just needs to think outside the Treasury box | Philip Inman

Rachel Reeves is under pressure to protect fuel allowances for low-income pensioners amidst government budget constraints.

The Guardian view on the budget: Rachel Reeves must have a narrative, not just numbers | Editorial

Rachel Reeves must craft a clear narrative around investment to lead effectively as chancellor.

UK Budget: Labour Party to Raise Capital Gains and Inheritance Taxes

The Labour government announces significant tax increases and investment under Chancellor Rachel Reeves to combat economic stagnation.

Two-thirds of bosses feel negatively about budget, Reeves is told

Rachel Reeves's mission to boost Britain's economy falters as business confidence declines, raising concerns over investment and financial stability.

Reeves can loosen Britain's purse strings: she just needs to think outside the Treasury box | Philip Inman

Rachel Reeves is under pressure to protect fuel allowances for low-income pensioners amidst government budget constraints.

The Guardian view on the budget: Rachel Reeves must have a narrative, not just numbers | Editorial

Rachel Reeves must craft a clear narrative around investment to lead effectively as chancellor.
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#uk-economy

UK consumer confidence falls sharply amid fears of painful' budget

Consumer confidence in the UK is at its lowest since March amid concerns over upcoming government budget plans.

UK economic growth slows amid uncertainty over upcoming budget

UK economic growth slowed in September, driven by uncertainties surrounding upcoming government budget decisions, impacting business confidence and activity.

Rachel Reeves doesn't mind if you don't like her Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget focuses on long-term economic strategy, leveraging political stability to pass significant tax increases.

UK consumer confidence falls sharply amid fears of painful' budget

Consumer confidence in the UK is at its lowest since March amid concerns over upcoming government budget plans.

UK economic growth slows amid uncertainty over upcoming budget

UK economic growth slowed in September, driven by uncertainties surrounding upcoming government budget decisions, impacting business confidence and activity.

Rachel Reeves doesn't mind if you don't like her Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget focuses on long-term economic strategy, leveraging political stability to pass significant tax increases.
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#public-services

London mayor is 'hopeful' over upcoming budget

Sadiq Khan hopes for a collaborative government budget focused on investment in public services and infrastructure.

Chancellor raises taxes to one of the largest ever - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government to raise taxes by £40 billion addressing significant public finance issues.

London mayor is 'hopeful' over upcoming budget

Sadiq Khan hopes for a collaborative government budget focused on investment in public services and infrastructure.

Chancellor raises taxes to one of the largest ever - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Government to raise taxes by £40 billion addressing significant public finance issues.
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Chancellor pledges extra 500m for social homes in budget

Treasury's budget includes additional funding for social homes to enhance affordable housing supply.
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Mayor halves transport funding request from Budget

Sadiq Khan has significantly reduced his funding request for transport projects amid a financial crisis, signaling pragmatic budgeting and negotiation with the government.

Keir Starmer issues stark warning: Things will get worse before they get better'

Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes that the government must confront inherited challenges with honesty and prepare for tough choices in the coming budget.

Mayor halves transport funding request from Budget

Sadiq Khan has significantly reduced his funding request for transport projects amid a financial crisis, signaling pragmatic budgeting and negotiation with the government.

Keir Starmer issues stark warning: Things will get worse before they get better'

Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes that the government must confront inherited challenges with honesty and prepare for tough choices in the coming budget.
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Ciara Kelly: Mobile phone pouches in schools won't solve our children's problems. Harmful content is accessed in bedrooms not classrooms

The €9m spent on mobile phone pouches highlights inefficiencies in public spending without addressing the deeper issue of children's phone usage.
#tax-policy

Chancellor has 'no option to put fuel duty back up to 58p a litre in October's Budget' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government may need to raise fuel duty to address significant financial shortfalls in the upcoming budget.

The chancellor says she needs to raise 20bn. How might she do it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves must find £20bn in tax revenue without raising major tax rates, as she committed during her election campaign.

Reeves to leave capital gains tax on property untouched, reports say

Reeves will not change capital gains tax rates on second homes to prevent property market slowdown.

Chancellor has 'no option to put fuel duty back up to 58p a litre in October's Budget' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The government may need to raise fuel duty to address significant financial shortfalls in the upcoming budget.

The chancellor says she needs to raise 20bn. How might she do it?

Chancellor Rachel Reeves must find £20bn in tax revenue without raising major tax rates, as she committed during her election campaign.

Reeves to leave capital gains tax on property untouched, reports say

Reeves will not change capital gains tax rates on second homes to prevent property market slowdown.
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Politics in Sweden: The opposition failed to land a killer blow on tax cuts for the rich

The government's tax-cutting budget disproportionately benefits the wealthy, sparking significant criticism from the opposition over financial priorities.
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Labour MPs urge Reeves to spend tens of billions more on ailing public services

Labour MPs urge Rachel Reeves to increase spending on public services and reconsider fiscal rules to boost investment and growth.

French workers are taking more sick leave than ever

Rising sick leave costs in France are straining government resources and might prompt budget cuts.
#cost-of-living

Ahead of the Government's last Budget before the general election, here's everything we know about where spending will focus

The government is implementing a financial package to support citizens, alongside significant tax reforms and changes in welfare provisions amidst a budget surplus.

Government agrees on major increase in cost of living package including two double payments of child benefit at Budget meeting

Government leaders agreed to increase the cost of living package to €2bn with ongoing discussions on welfare rates adjustments.

Ahead of the Government's last Budget before the general election, here's everything we know about where spending will focus

The government is implementing a financial package to support citizens, alongside significant tax reforms and changes in welfare provisions amidst a budget surplus.

Government agrees on major increase in cost of living package including two double payments of child benefit at Budget meeting

Government leaders agreed to increase the cost of living package to €2bn with ongoing discussions on welfare rates adjustments.
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Budget 2025: 250 energy credit and double Child Benefit payment agreed to, while USC to be reduced again

The Coalition is prioritizing bonus payments as a strategy ahead of the upcoming general election.
Proposals under discussion include significant adjustments to the Universal Social Charge and housing support.
#economic-policy

UK debt hits 100% of GDP, the highest level since 1960s

UK national debt has hit 100% of GDP, marking the highest level since the 1960s and posing significant challenges for the government.

Deputy speaker tells MP's don't get excited yet' as Hunt jeered at start of Budget

Dame Eleanor Laing reminded MPs to behave respectfully during Jeremy Hunt's Budget statement.
Jeremy Hunt highlighted the government's ability to provide permanent tax cuts for long-term growth.

UK debt hits 100% of GDP, the highest level since 1960s

UK national debt has hit 100% of GDP, marking the highest level since the 1960s and posing significant challenges for the government.

Deputy speaker tells MP's don't get excited yet' as Hunt jeered at start of Budget

Dame Eleanor Laing reminded MPs to behave respectfully during Jeremy Hunt's Budget statement.
Jeremy Hunt highlighted the government's ability to provide permanent tax cuts for long-term growth.
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'We will lose out': Budget gets a fail mark for AI funding

Lack of new funding for AI in Albanese government's Budget.

National AI Centre stripped from CSIRO in $40m policy shift

Federal funding for AI increased by $40 million in Albanese government's Budget, emphasizing quantum and clean energy technologies over direct industry investment.

Capital gains tax change draws ire from some Canadian entrepreneurs worried it will worsen brain drain | CBC News

The Canadian business community criticizes the government's budget for expanding the capital gains tax, potentially damaging productivity and entrepreneurship.

Canadian science gets biggest boost to PhD and postdoc pay in 20 years

Government budget allocates more funds for research and significant increases in postgraduate stipends.

'You got spoiled by Covid': HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra appears in Mission ahead of potential run for governor

Federal government needs authority, not just money, to address healthcare issues.
Xavier Becerra emphasized constraints faced by federal government in the healthcare system.

Brampton transit advocates say investments the province is boasting about will not solve problem | CBC News

Government highlights transit projects in Peel Region with a focus on extending light rail transit and adding trips on the GO train.
Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) emphasizes the importance of addressing operational shortcomings in transit projects.

Germany: Farmers blockade Berlin in tractor protest DW 12/18/2023

German farmers are protesting proposed diesel subsidy cuts and taxes that could cost them up to 1 billion euros.
The government is justifying the cuts as a way to address the country's budget deficit and reduce climate-damaging subsidies.

Will Pakistan's new budget help the country's poorest? DW 06/13/2024

Pakistan aims for 3.6% economic growth, focusing on broadening tax base for fairer distribution and revenue targets.
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