2024-11-13
i Front Page 13th of November 2024
Gordon Brown has urged a complete review of the benefit cap policy, arguing it traps families in poverty, and challenges the Labour Party to reconsider their position on the matter.
Gordon Brown has urged a complete review of the benefit cap policy, arguing it traps families in poverty, and challenges the Labour Party to reconsider their position on the matter.
The UK government has announced that water bills need to increase to address illegal sewage spills and fund necessary infrastructure repairs, according to a statement from the minister.
Home Office officials have raised concerns about Labour’s plan to address small boat crossings and criminal activity, suggesting it may not effectively reduce illegal immigration to the UK.
Concerns have been raised that Trump might consider withholding intelligence from the UK as a strategic tool, potentially affecting the special relationship between the two countries and influencing US-UK cooperation on various global issues.
Donald Trump has won the presidency, the Senate, and the popular vote in a significant political comeback, facing uncertainties such as his advanced age, potential policy shifts, and geopolitical repercussions including tensions with Europe and Ukraine.
Amidst a highly contentious election in the United States, concerns are rising over potential unrest and the peaceful transfer of power, with attention focused on key swing states that will determine the next president.
The tightly contested election in the United States sees Kamala Harris leading in key swing states, while Donald Trump encourages his supporters by claiming the race is within their grasp, as global leaders watch closely to understand the potential outcomes.
A poll shows that 47 percent of Britons believe a presidential win by Kamala Harris would be more beneficial for the UK compared to 27 percent for Donald Trump, while there are concerns about potential instability and disinformation if Trump supporters react strongly to an election loss.
Economists have cautioned that interest rates are expected to decrease at a slower pace following the Budget, due to financial policies affecting mortgages, wages, and inflation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a substantial £40 billion tax increase aimed at boosting investment and growth, with measures affecting National Insurance contributions, capital gains, and inheritance tax, while also promising future investment in healthcare, education, and infrastructure.