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01.07.2024Labour Party wins the general election
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politics 2024-07-08 14:38
Britain focuses on economic growth under new Labour government - Britain's new Labour government aims to prioritize stimulating economic growth.
- The focus will be on reducing bureaucracy to attract more investments in the country.
- The Treasury chief is leading the mission to boost the economy.
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politics 2024-07-07 20:45
Wealthy individuals taking measures to protect assets ahead of upcoming election - Britain's wealthiest households are making significant financial changes before the election.
- Labour party is in need of foreign investments for growth.
- A closer look at the financial strategies of the super-rich and the Labour party's funding challenges.
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politics 2024-07-05 06:26
Labour's plan to remove 20% VAT exemption on private school fees leads to fears of closure - Labour's proposal to eliminate the VAT exemption on private school fees sparks concerns about potential closures.
- Critics argue that funding is urgently needed in the state education sector.
- Debate arises over the impact on children's education under the Labour tax plan.
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politics 2024-07-05 02:26
Labour anticipates an influx of 'quiet Reform' voters in specific regions - Labour activists are preparing for a surge of 'shy Reform' voters in certain northern and Midlands seats.
- They predict tight margins of less than 2,000 votes separating them from Farage's party, potentially leading to a shock defeat.
- The conservative majority could be at risk if the Reform Party gains momentum, leaving Starmer with a potential super-majority.
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politics 2024-06-20 23:30
Labour accused of hypocrisy over tax plans affecting family homes - Labour party members criticized for tax plans on family homes by Tories.
- Allegations of hypocrisy made against privately educated Labour frontbenchers.
- Accusations of denying equal opportunities arise against Labour leader Starmer.
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politics 2024-06-16 13:18
Labour might face challenges in maintaining public support post-election - Political scientist Robert Ford warns of potential low turnout impacting Labour's commanding lead.
- Guardian columnist Rafael Behr discusses the need for Labour to navigate different modes of Starmerism once in power.
- Labour's future success post-election may be uncertain due to potential challenges in maintaining public support.
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politics 2024-06-10 17:13
Labour vows to address prison overcrowding crisis with new measures - Labour party considers options, including continuing early release scheme for prisoners, to tackle overcrowding in jails.
- Party criticizes Conservatives for mismanagement of prison estate, leading to crisis of overcrowding.
- Labour takes steps to address the issue and promises thousands of new prison spaces to alleviate the crisis.
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politics 2024-06-10 16:49
Labour abandons plans to reinstate pension lifetime cap in £800m U-turn - Labour has reversed its decision to bring back the pension lifetime cap, leading to an £800m U-turn.
- The Tories criticize the move, claiming it will further impact the party's finances.
- The Government's abolition of the old £1.073m lifetime allowance was influenced by senior doctors' concerns.
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politics 2024-06-07 23:09
Labour and Tory leaders clash over tax claims in election debate - Labour deputy leader and Tory Commons leader clash over tax claims in election debate.
- Audience mocks Rayner and Mordaunt for shouting match during the debate.
- The clash centered around the controversial claim that Labour government would increase family tax bill by £2,000.
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politics 2024-06-07 02:00
Labour pledges mortgage guarantee scheme to support first-time buyers - Labour party promises state guarantee for first-time buyers' mortgages.
- Plan includes building 1.5 million homes and revamping planning system.
- Conservatives criticize the proposal as a 'tax raid.'
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politics 2024-06-04 21:44
Labour candidate denies sexual harassment allegation and withdraws from election race - Labour candidate Darren Rodwell has withdrawn from the election race after being accused of sexual harassment.
- Rodwell vehemently refutes the allegations highlighted by The Independent.
- The allegations have led to his decision to step back from the political campaign.
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politics 2024-06-02 18:41
State schools struggle to accommodate rising applications amidst concerns over Labour's private school VAT raid - State schools are seeing a surge in applications due to fears related to Labour's proposed VAT increase on private schools.
- Parents are facing difficulties finding mid-year spots for their children in overcrowded state schools.
- Experts warn that the combination of higher fees and additional taxes could result in part-time boarding arrangements at private schools.
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politics 2024-05-29 08:00
Labour's approach to senior citizens sparks debate on dignity and fairness in retirement - Labour's proposal to implement a 'retirement tax' on the elderly has sparked controversy within political circles.
- The Chief Secretary to the Treasury urges retirees to support the Tories for ensuring dignity in retirement.
- The debate questions the treatment of pensioners in Britain and its impact on political discourse.
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politics 2024-05-13 18:08
Labour's Council Tax Plans Spark Controversy - Labour's proposal to increase council tax by 2% annually has caused uproar.
- The plan involves using satellites to monitor large gardens and imposing higher taxes on homeowners.
- Critics argue that the additional tax burden could reach up to £225 per year.
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politics 2024-05-05 13:21
Labour's New Deal for Working People sparks concern among business leaders - Labour's plan to strengthen workers' rights includes banning zero-hours contracts and boosting sick pay.
- Business leaders are concerned about the potential higher costs associated with Labour's proposals.
- Union leader warns Labour against weakening the workers' rights plan.
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politics 2024-04-20 09:13
The Labour Party wants to close the inheritance tax loophole for non-doms 
politics 2024-04-08 14:05
The TINY photo appeared in the campaign leaflet and the Labour MPs refused to use the Union flag 
miscellaneous 2024-03-22 09:00
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