Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that her upcoming Budget will honor her election promises, amid concerns about its impact on working people. Speaking to The Observer, she vowed that it would be as pivotal as any in Labour’s history, ushering in a new epoch of investment in healthcare, education, and other crucial areas.
Meanwhile, the Mail on Sunday has splashed with accusations of a “double lie” by Prime Minister Kier Starmer, with Conservative leadership candidate Robert Jenrick alleging that he has broken his party’s pledge not to raise taxes on the working population. The paper also features interviews with business leaders expressing their frustration with Starmer and the government’s approach to business.
The Sunday Telegraph has echoed these concerns, highlighting a sharp increase in business closures during the pandemic and featuring comments from Anna Leach of the Institute of Directors, who warns of “huge disappointment and frustration” among business chiefs.
Amid political tensions, The Sunday Times has provided a glimpse into the private anguish of the family of murdered Conservative MP David Amess, with his daughter calling for an inquiry into his killer’s involvement in a deradicalization program. Meanwhile, Sunday People carries an uplifting story of King Charles’s successful tour of Australia and Samoa, despite ongoing cancer treatment.
The Sun has celebrated the news that football manager Gareth Southgate has been cleared of involvement in a disputed film investment scheme, potentially paving the way for a knighthood. And in more heartwarming news, the Daily Star has provided a glimpse behind the scenes of a new documentary about the late Princess Diana, featuring previously unseen photos of her with Prince William visiting the homeless
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