Rachel Reeves secures £8 billion investment from Amazon Web Services
"This £8 billion investment marks the start of the economic revival and shows Britain is a place to do business."
"This £8 billion investment marks the start of the economic revival and shows Britain is a place to do business."
The ex-Chancellor was accused of making unfunded spending commitments and covering up a £22 billon black hole in the public finances.
If accepted, the deal will see junior doctors’ pay rise by between 3.71% and 5.05% – averaging 4.05% – on top of their existing pay award for 2023/24.
Rachel Reeves says she has uncovered a black hole in public finances that includes unfunded spending on the asylum system and transport.
The Chancellor removed winter fuel payments from wealthier pensioners and took the axe to transport projects.
The overspend on the asylum system, including the "failed" Rwanda plan, was more than £6.4 billion for this year alone.
“I will not tolerate waste. I will treat taxpayers’ money with respect and I will return stability to our public finances."
The Chancellor said a decision will be made soon amid reports of a recommended 5.5% rise for teachers and NHS staff.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to reform the planning system and bring in compulsory housebuilding targets for local councils on Monday.
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