Politics
Labour mayor Andy Burnham at odds with Starmer over Tory tax cut
The mayor of Greater Manchester also suggests cash earmarked for slashing taxes should be refunnelled into a pay deal for nurses.
Liz Truss plans to loosen immigration rules in bid for growth
The Prime Minister is expected to review the shortage occupation list, designed to help migrants get work visas to fill vacancies in the UK.
Truss backers make ‘small fortune’ betting against the British economy
Friday was described as the "worst day ever" in the markets from a British perspective.
Richest 10% will get half of gains from tax cuts
A mini budget with a maximum boost for the rich.
Sinn Fein calls for ‘urgent’ border poll on Irish unity
"A new Ireland is on the horizon.”
Just 1% of Brits think the mini-budget will benefit the poor
The Chancellor has been accused of prioritising tax cuts for the rich and unlimited bonuses for bankers as well as protecting the profits of big energy companies.
Rachel Reeves thanks chancellor for ‘comprehensively demolishing’ his party’s record
"This statement is an admission of 12 years of economic failure."
‘Culture of greed’ will return to the City after chancellor scraps bonus cap
Lawyers who led litigation following the 2008 crisis warned that the decision risks re-introducing a culture of greed that preceded the financial crash.
Sturgeon: Super wealthy ‘laughing all the way to the bank’ after mini-budget
Estimates suggest those earning more than a million pounds will have £54,400 extra in their pockets after the mini-budget.