According to surveys, the prime minister’s unpopularity has reached an all-time low, with even Labour voters abandoning him. A survey discovered that just 45 percent of the party faithful now have a favourable opinion of their leader, after a sharp decline of more than 17 points in the past month. And half of Labour votersContinue reading “Prime Minister At Record Low, Even Among Labour Voters”
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Corbyn ‘Disgusted’ By ‘Cruel’ Government Cuts
Rachel Reeves has received a letter from Jeremy Corbyn condemning her and the government for their proposed reductions in disability allowances. In her spring speech last month, the chancellor said that the government would be drastically reducing the welfare budget. The £4.3 billion cuts package, which included significant reform to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), isContinue reading “Corbyn ‘Disgusted’ By ‘Cruel’ Government Cuts”
Free School Meals Axed By Rachel Reeves
Parents could be charged additional lunch costs for their children as Rachel Reeves reportedly intends to axe universal free school meals for infants. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson is said to have suggested the change as part of a £500 million cut to education to be included in the Chancellor’s austerity plan on Wednesday when sheContinue reading “Free School Meals Axed By Rachel Reeves”
The Labour Party Seems To Be Insatiable When It Comes To Having A Good Time
It has been alleged that Angela Rayner attempted to add a private safari to a formal government trip to Africa. The Deputy Prime Minister is said to have asked if she could add the personal trip to the itinerary for a visit to Ethiopia in February. Questions have already been raised about why the DPM, who isContinue reading “The Labour Party Seems To Be Insatiable When It Comes To Having A Good Time”
The Council Tax Soars, But The Service Is RUBBISH
After millions were slapped with inflation-busting bills, struggling households will have to pay record amounts of council tax this year. Homes across England face paying an average of £2,280 after almost all town halls increased the tax by the maximum 5 percent allowed, official figures confirmed yesterday. It means rates for a standard Band DContinue reading “The Council Tax Soars, But The Service Is RUBBISH”
Reeves’s Plan To Cut Welfare Triggers A Labour Revolt
Keir Starmer is facing a rebellion over plans to axe £5 billion from welfare as the government scrambles to balance the books. Labour MPs have been warned of ‘deep concern’ over ‘draconian’ curbs, and details are expected to be announced as soon as tomorrow. Liz Kendall is set to declare that workers who lose their jobsContinue reading “Reeves’s Plan To Cut Welfare Triggers A Labour Revolt”
Chancellor And Executioner: A Recession Is Looming In Britain Today
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has been warned by official forecasters that she is on course to break her own ‘fiddled’ Budget rules – paving the way for spending cuts or more tax rises. It was reported yesterday that the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has downgraded its UK growth outlook, resulting in the loss of nearly £10 billion in ‘headroom’.Continue reading “Chancellor And Executioner: A Recession Is Looming In Britain Today”
Freddos Now Cost £1 In Inflation-Crippled Britain
It is the small frog-shaped chocolate bar beloved by Brits and fondly remembered for selling for just 10p. But now fans of Freddo have reacted after the iconic 18g chocolate was spotted on sale for £1. Although it is still available for less in numerous shops, the price represents a staggering tenfold increase since theContinue reading “Freddos Now Cost £1 In Inflation-Crippled Britain”
Huge Benefits Overhaul
It is reported that the long-term sick will be required to look for employment, and many will see their benefits slashed under a huge welfare overhaul. Labour says it now must repair “Tory failures on welfare,” which the party says have ballooned the welfare bill. However, this means hundreds of thousands of people could see reductionsContinue reading “Huge Benefits Overhaul”
High Street Bank To Leave Britain Over Red Tape
High street banking giant Santander is looking ‘to quit Britain over excessive red tape’ – a decision which would hit millions of customers and tens of thousands of staff. According to reports, the Spanish financial company is thinking about leaving the UK as it evaluates its upcoming commercial dealings. According to the Financial Times, it isContinue reading “High Street Bank To Leave Britain Over Red Tape”
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