Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering changes to the UK tax system that would increase the tax burden on high-earning professionals, including lawyers, accountants, and some doctors, who operate through limited liability partnerships (LLPs). These individuals are currently treated...
The BBC's Newscast episode from 16 October 2025 discusses the challenges facing Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she prepares for the upcoming Autumn budget. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has warned that the Chancellor risks being stuck in a...
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is attending the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Washington DC to promote the UK as a stable and attractive destination for global investment. Amid a challenging economic landscape, Reeves aims to highlight the...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces significant pressure to raise government revenue in the upcoming Budget to meet her self-imposed fiscal rules, including no borrowing for day-to-day spending and reducing government debt relative to national income by the end of the...
Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, is initiating the search for a new chief executive of the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), aiming to appoint a heavyweight outsider. The PRA oversees banks and insurers, and the role is currently held by...
In her speech at Labour's annual conference in Liverpool, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will advocate for a society based on 'contribution,' emphasizing hard work and fair rewards. She is set to reveal a new 'youth guarantee,' which promises a paid...
Rachel Reeves, Labour's Chancellor, discussed various issues during an interview at the Labour Party conference. She defended Keir Starmer’s statement labeling Reform UK’s proposal to end indefinite leave to remain as racist. Despite this, Reeves clarified that supporting such...
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) is expected to lower its productivity forecast, signaling a weaker growth outlook for the UK economy. This move threatens Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ ability to meet her fiscal targets without major tax hikes or...
Baroness Helena Morrissey, a Conservative peer and former financier, has urged UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to reconsider proposed tax increases, stating that the UK is in a 'difficult position' and suffering from a 'sense of decay'. Speaking on The...
In this analysis of Keir Starmer’s recent cabinet reshuffle, Simon Hart argues that while the prime minister has made some changes to his team, one significant move remains unaddressed: sacking Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Despite Reeves' underwhelming public performances and...
Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, is entering a crucial 12-week period leading up to the Budget, aiming to implement structural tax reforms to boost economic productivity and living standards. She emphasizes that her Budget will go beyond merely raising...
Rachel Reeves, the UK's Chancellor, is gearing up for a tough new term after a difficult summer, where she faced intense scrutiny and emotional moments in the media. As the UK grapples with economic challenges, Reeves must navigate the...
Rachel Reeves, the UK's Chancellor, has introduced a controversial tax reform targeting non-doms, a wealthy group that has enjoyed tax breaks for over 200 years. The aim was to raise £3.8 billion by abolishing this regime in 2025, but...
Anneliese Dodds, a former Labour minister, expressed her hopes that Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves is seriously considering the possibility of implementing a wealth tax in the UK. Dodds, who stepped down from her role as international development minister...
The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, delivered her annual Mansion House speech on July 15, 2025, with expectations of significant reforms to personal savings and the banking system. Speculation before the speech had suggested changes to ISA...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed she is considering changes to Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) and criticized the current focus on 'risk' in public investment. In her annual Mansion House speech, she addressed the financial sector, emphasizing the need to...
In an attempt to present a fresh start, Keir Starmer, Rachel Reeves, and Wes Streeting appeared together after the UK government's welfare bill faced a serious setback. Despite the previous day's emotional display from Reeves at Prime Minister's Questions...
Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, has addressed her tearful moment during Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs), explaining that she was having a 'tough day'. Despite her emotional display, she affirmed her commitment to the role, stating that she...
On Wednesday, UK financial markets experienced notable volatility following uncertainty regarding Chancellor Rachel Reeves's future. During Prime Minister's Questions, Sir Keir Starmer did not confirm whether Reeves would remain in her post until the next election, especially after a...
Keir Starmer has moved to quell speculation surrounding Rachel Reeves' position as Chancellor after an emotional incident during Prime Minister's Questions. Following a tearful moment in the Commons, the Labour leader emphasized that Reeves, despite recent controversies, would continue...
