Pensioners in both Britain and the US are facing an increasingly hostile environment as a result of government actions taken against them. In Britain, Keir Starmer’s governing Labour party have faced continued criticism for its decision to restrict winter fuel payments. Previously all pensioners were eligible for the benefit, which is worth up to £300. … Read more
For those who missed out on a white Christmas, there is still hope for some fun in the snow. The Met Office has said it expects snow this weekend to be up to 20cm deep in places and has warned of potential travel disruption. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning covering the majority … Read more
KEY POINTS In total, 11 Cabinet ministers claimed £7,187 towards their gas and electricity bills in 2021-22, which soared to £12,620 for the first three quarters of last year. Ahead of next month’s Budget, which the government has warned will involve “difficult decisions” on tax, spending and welfare, new figures show the UK economy failed … Read more
KEY POINTS The Labour government have already announced the end of winter fuel payments for some pensioners Starmer and Reeves have previously ruled out raising income tax, national insurance, or VAT in the budget. Amid growing concerns about the upcoming Autumn budget, netizens are expressing their anxieties over potential tax increases and benefit cuts, as … Read more
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing fierce criticism after it was revealed that she used taxpayer money to help cover her energy bills, while at the same time, her government is cutting winter fuel payments for pensioners. This revelation has led to accusations of hypocrisy and a growing backlash from the public and political figures … Read more
KEY POINTS Reeves claimed the public finances face an extra £22 billion hole inherited from the previous Conservative administration The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has said that some of Labour’s claims of hidden spending by the previous government “appear” correct. In the wake of Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcement that approximately 10 million pensioners in … Read more
