Defiant Starmer declares he wants 10 years as UK PM – POLITICO

Defiant Starmer declares he wants 10 years as UK PM – POLITICO

“We are now, what, four and a half years before the next election,” Starmer said, sitting at a table for dinner in a traditional Ukrainian restaurant in Kyiv. “I remind myself that four and a half years ago, Boris Johnson was prime minister with very high ratings and most commentators were saying he’s going to … Read more

Relief for Reeves as UK inflation falls slightly in December – POLITICO

Relief for Reeves as UK inflation falls slightly in December – POLITICO

The Office for National Statistics said cooling in the restaurants and hotels sectors contributed to the slowdown in price increases. Listen AI generated Text-to-speech Share Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All … Read more

Jack leaves Sam – POLITICO

Jack leaves Sam – POLITICO

Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard have their guide to the day ahead in British politics – for one last time, because Jack has some big news. Once that’s out of the way, Sam and Jack turn to the state of the UK economy. With growth sitting around zero – … Read more

Major blow to Brit holidaymakers as government ‘considering new £12 per night tourist tax to plug budget deficit’

Major blow to Brit holidaymakers as government ‘considering new £12 per night tourist tax to plug budget deficit’

HOLIDAYMAKERS could be hit with new tourist tax when staying in UK campsites, hotels and B&Bs. The government is reportedly considering the move as it could raise an estimated £1 billion, as the UK’s economic growth flatlines. 2 Chancellor Rachel Reeves hopes the tax will ease pressure on government spendingCredit: Getty – Pool 2 Staycations … Read more

‘Reengagement with China’ to boost British economy by up to £1B, Reeves says in Beijing – POLITICO

‘Reengagement with China’ to boost British economy by up to £1B, Reeves says in Beijing – POLITICO

A healthy relationship with Beijing is “squarely in our national interest,” Reeves said on Saturday as she announced agreements “worth £600 million to the U.K. economy over the next five years.” Speaking during a visit to U.K. bicycle maker Brompton’s Beijing store, Reeves insisted she would not alter her economic plans. “I have been really … Read more

Elon Musk should steer clear of politics, says top British businessman – POLITICO

Elon Musk should steer clear of politics, says top British businessman – POLITICO

Elon Musk should steer clear of politics, says top British businessman – POLITICO Skip to main content Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz is an automatic aggregator of the all world’s media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, all materials … Read more

Westminster’s tips for a perfect Christmas lunch – POLITICO

Westminster’s tips for a perfect Christmas lunch – POLITICO

Kemi Badenoch, Tory leader: Alcohol and butter make everything better. | Sebastein Bozon/Getty Images Steve Reed, environment secretary: I’m barbecuing the turkey this year, so I can’t tell you yet whether that’s a top tip or a total disaster! Other than that — brining the turkey overnight massively improves the flavor. Liz Truss, ex-prime minister: My top … Read more

Britain holds its breath on Syria – POLITICO

Jack leaves Sam – POLITICO

Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. The Assad regime’s 50-year rule in Syria has ended, leaving a region on edge. Jack and Sam unpack what this means, how Assad’s fall weakens Russia and Iran, as well … Read more

Labour quietly ditches Tory ‘pot for life’ pensions plan – POLITICO

Labour quietly ditches Tory ‘pot for life’ pensions plan – POLITICO

The policy aimed to tackle the problem of millions of small workplace pension pots being lost as workers change jobs, with employers instead paying into one portable pension pot which would be taken from one job to the next. The DWP published a call for evidence last November, but the proposal was widely criticized by … Read more

UK’s Reeves pledges to ‘work closely’ with Trump as tariff threat looms – POLITICO

UK’s Reeves pledges to ‘work closely’ with Trump as tariff threat looms – POLITICO

The chancellor made the remarks while speaking Thursday night at her first Mansion House event, where she also outlined reforms to boost the City of London by allowing extra risk in the U.K. financial system, among other policy maneuvers. Donald Trump won the U.S. election in a landslide last week, and has pledged to impose … Read more