48 m. ago Milkshakes, Irn Bru cans and lattes will be hit by Rachel Reeves' new sugar tax

Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the Government will end the exemption for milk-based beverages from the existing tax on sugary drinks

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53 m. ago National Insurance rise adds £8m to West Lothian Council wage bill

At a meeting of the full council, SNP opposition group leader Councillor Janet Campbell branded the increase a “jobs tax” and raised a motion demanding the council write to Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, asking for its revoke.

Economics

1 hour ago Rachel Reeves is mocked in AI video game called 'Grand Theft Austerity' ahead of tomorrow's Budget

The video, produced by the same group behind similarly comedic content that lampooned Rachel Reeves and Angela Rayner, comes ahead of tomorrow's budget.

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2 h. ago Experts issue stark warning to shoppers as high street favourites struggle to survive

Even good-cause retailers are struggling in the current economic climate. Ahead of Rachel Reeves Budget, in the latest blow to the hight street, they warn of surging costs, mounting costs and poor quality donations

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3 h. ago Rachel Reeves announces the Budget on Wednesday. Here’s what to expect

The Chancellor is expected to announce tax hikes as part of the 2025 autumn Budget

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3 h. ago Chancellor faces angry backlash as she announces 'bonkers' minimum wage hike that threatens to push even MORE young people out of work

Rachel Reeves is facing a major backlash after she announced a 'bonkers' inflation-busting minimum wage hike that threatens to push even more young people out of work.

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3 h. ago 'Rachel Reeves, do what is right for all those looking to you for urgent help'

'There's been a constant drum beat of what can’t be done . Use the Budget to embrace the politics of what can be done instead'

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3 h. ago Business backlash as Reeves confirms minimum wage pay rise hike for millions of workers

The chancellor said the move would mean those on low incomes were ‘properly rewarded’ - but businesses warned the move could drive unemployment and hit economic growth

Economics

4 h. ago Hospitality bosses hit out at above inflation hikes in minimum wage next year

Rate for younger workers will have risen by two thirds in five years

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4 h. ago Millions of UK workers to get pay rise as Reeves plans increased minimum wage

Chancellor says people must be ‘properly rewarded for their hard work’ with 16- to 21-year-olds also in line for raiseMillions of low-paid workers in the UK are to get a pay rise of 4.1% next year, as Rachel Reeves confirmed that minimum wage rates will go up as part of the government’s ambition to improve living standards.The national living wage will rise from £12.21 to £12.71 an hour from April for over-21s, which the government said would increase the annual earnings of about 2.4 million workers by £900.A year in Westminster: John Crace, Marina Hyde and Pippa Crerar. On Tuesday 2 December, join Crace, Hyde and Crerar as they look back with special guests at another extraordinary year, live at the Barbican in London and livestreamed globally. Book tickets here Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Millions of workers in line for pay rise as minimum wage hike confirmed

Rachel Reeves said the cost of living was the 'number one issue' for Brits and the lowest paid deserved to be properly rewarded as she unveiled the changes ahead of the Budget

Economics

4 h. ago Boost for Scots workers as Rachel Reeves confirms rise in National Minimum Wage

The National Living Wage will rise by 4.1 per cent to £12.71 an hour for eligible workers aged 21 and over

Economics

4 h. ago Rachel Reeves warned against ‘dire’ cuts to Motability in Budget by over 40 disability charities

Exclusive: Reeves told that cuts would ‘betray disabled people and steal our independence’

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5 h. ago Reeves plans stamp duty holiday in Budget to boost London listings

Reeves plans stamp duty holiday in Budget to boost London listings  MSN

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5 h. ago London visitors to pay tourist tax under Rachel Reeves Budget plans

Rachel Reeves, who is set to deliver her Budget on Wednesday, has signed off measures that will give English cities and regions the power to charge tourists

Economics

5 h. ago Help to Save scheme expected to be expanded and made permanent from 2028

An expansion of the scheme will help some parents and carers to build a savings buffer.

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5 h. ago Made up your mind yet, Rachel? Reeves puts finishing touches to tax hikes in chaotic Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves posed for the traditional eve-of-package photos in her study with a chess set visible on the desk.

Economics

5 h. ago Stormont ability to mitigate Budget decisions ‘very restricted’, O’Dowd says

Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her autumn Budget on Wednesday.

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6 h. ago How salary sacrifice schemes could change in Rachel Reeves’ budget

Many people are already thought to be heading for a tough retirement financially

Economics

6 h. ago Rachel Reeves wants to achieve these five things with her Budget – it won’t be easy

The chancellor took on her role wanting nothing more than economic growth, but her priorities have now dramatically changed, as political editor David Maddox explains

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