Trump’s plan for peace? America under Putin’s thumb
Kate Devlin’s recent article on David Cameron ruling out Donald Trump’s plan for “peace” in Ukraine was a welcome headline. But its content was less encouraging.
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Labour's Tax Crackdown Could Be Dampened By "Bigger Public Finance Challenge", Economists Warn
Economists have said Labour plans to clamp down on tax avoidance will do little to ease the tight fiscal picture on public spending the party is facing if it wins the general election later this year.
Civil Servants In Talks With Left-Wing Think Tank To Prepare For Labour Government
A leading left-wing think tank is meeting civil servants to discuss how the Labour Party would implement its key policies if it gets into government at the next general election.
Experts Say Government Plans For Public Spending Cuts Are "Laughable"
The "fictional" cuts to public spending that underpinned Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget mean voters are not getting a true picture of the choices facing the next Government, experts have said.
Spring Budget Leaves Labour Facing Squeeze On Manifesto Plans
Tight public finances after the next election could leave any potential Labour government forced to make significant decisions on taxation and borrowing to pursue its manifesto plans, after Wednesday's Budget saw chancellor Jeremy Hunt eat into the party's plans to raise revenue.
Lib Dems Are On Labour's Case To Make Water Companies Not-For-Profit Community Projects
Former Liberal Democrat leader Tim Farron has urged Labour to “borrow” Lib Dem ideas on reforming water utility companies if Keir Starmer's party gets into government, including turning some businesses into not-for-profit, community run schemes.
Lesser-Known Co-op Party Could Shape A “Key Pillar” Of Labour’s Economic Plans
Co-operatives should be seen as a “key pillar” of Labour’s economic plans, Chair of the Co-operative Party and Labour shadow minister Jim McMahon has said.
Labour Clings On To Clean Power Pledge But Finally Kills £28bn Target
Labour has officially dropped the £28bn price tag for its Green Prosperity Plan after weeks of mixed messaging from party leadership over the cost, but has reaffirmed a commitment to set up a state owned energy company.
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