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The Financial Times leads on government borrowing costs rising sharply, as the Bank of England and chancellor fail to stop a sell-off in government bonds. It comes after Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng said he would fast-track his plan setting out how he will fund tax cuts and reduce debt after his mini-budget sparked market turmoil. The paper reports some senior Tories believe Mr Kwarteng will struggle to come up with a plausible medium-term reduction plan by the end of the month.

Financial Times Front Page 29th of November 2024

Net immigration to Britain has reached a record high over the past 12 months, driven by an increase in arrivals from non-EU countries and subsequent adjustments to post-Brexit policies, prompting discussions on the UK government’s handling of immigration and border control.

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Financial Times Front Page 27th of November 2024

Amid rising concerns of an economic conflict, Mexico, Canada, and China have warned of potential damage following Trump’s announcement of punitive tariffs, which he argues are necessary for protecting US interests, drawing criticism from international trade partners who describe the move as irresponsible and foresee increased costs in sectors like petrol.

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