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Labour's Internal Dissent Undermines Starmer's Leadership

Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour party is facing significant internal dissent due to unpopular policy decisions, a perceived lack of strategic vision, and poor communication, raising concerns about the party's future prospects.

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Starmer Condemns Briefings Targeting Female Cabinet Ministers

Labour leader Keir Starmer intervened after a female minister complained about leaks and briefings targeting women in his cabinet, including Bridget Phillipson, Liz Kendall, and Yvette Cooper, prompting concerns about a toxic atmosphere and fueling discussions about his successor.

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UK Considers Scrapping Tech Tax to Avoid US Tariffs

The UK government is considering scrapping a £800 million annual tax on tech giants' online revenue to potentially avoid US tariffs, prompting concerns from Labour MPs about the optics of this decision alongside recent benefit cuts.

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Labour's Fiscal Policy Projected to Increase Child Poverty

A cross-party group of MPs, including former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, warned that Labour's current fiscal policy will cause child poverty to rise for the first time in history under a Labour government, pushing an additional 250,000 people, including 50,000 children, into poverty by 2030, accord...

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Labour Welfare Cuts to Push 250,000 into Poverty

Labour's welfare cuts will push 250,000 people into relative poverty by 2029/30, including 50,000 children, according to the government's own assessment; Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced further cuts to Universal Credit and disability benefits, despite criticism from charities and Labour MPs.

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Reeves' Failed Economic Strategy Forces Emergency Budget

Facing criticism for her economic policies, UK Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves must implement an emergency budget to address declining employment, economic growth, and business confidence, all consequences of her initial plans.

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Welsh Public Services Face £65m Shortfall Due to UK Treasury's Barnett Formula Calculation

Welsh public services face a shortfall of up to £65 million due to the UK Treasury's use of the Barnett formula in calculating reimbursement for the recent National Insurance increase, despite the Chancellor's assurance of covering public sector costs; Welsh Finance Secretary Mark Drakeford called t...

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Labour's Worker's Rights Bill: Next CEO Warns of Economic Havoc

Next CEO Lord Wolfson and the CBI warn that Labour's worker's rights bill, coupled with increased employer National Insurance contributions, is causing a private sector slowdown and may lead to job losses; the bill's impact on flexible working arrangements is of particular concern.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Labour MPs Rebel Against Welfare Cuts, Challenging Chancellor's Fiscal Policy

Labour MPs are rebelling against planned welfare cuts revealed in a government impact assessment showing increased poverty, creating internal conflict and challenging the Chancellor's fiscal approach.

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Labour's Growth Plan: Defence Spending and Housing Reforms

Labour's Spring Statement outlines a plan to increase economic growth by raising defence spending by £2.2 billion (partially offset by reduced overseas development aid) and implementing planning reforms to increase housing construction, but faces challenges in both areas.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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UK Welfare Cuts to Leave 3.2 Million Households Worse Off

The UK government's welfare cuts, detailed in a new impact assessment, will leave 3.2 million households worse off by an average of £1,720 annually, pushing 250,000 people into poverty, sparking outrage among Labour MPs who threaten to rebel against the changes expected to be voted on in May.

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Reeves Announces £15 Billion in Cuts Amidst Faltering Economy and Public Backlash

Facing a credibility crisis, Chancellor Rachel Reeves blames global factors for Britain's faltering economy, announcing £15 billion in cuts amid gloomy forecasts and public disapproval; polls show 53% of voters believe Labour lied about economic plans, and 31% blame Labour for the crisis.

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