Keir Starmer
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The Budget fallout: did Reeves mislead us?
In Depth The chancellor has faced calls to resign over claims she overstated extent of Britain’s financial woes to create more ‘fiscal headroom’
By The Week UK Published
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Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader?
The Explainer Rumours of a leadership challenge have swept through the Labour ranks
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Will Shabana Mahmood's asylum reforms work?
Today's Big Question Making the UK less of a ‘pull factor’ for illegal migrants is a ‘massive long-term battle’, as home secretary sets out toughest measures yet
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Morgan McSweeney: has he lost control of Keir Starmer’s No. 10?
In the Spotlight Downing Street chief of staff is under pressure again after a reported ‘shouty’ row with Wes Streeting
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Asylum hotels: everything you need to know
The Explainer Using hotels to house asylum seekers has proved extremely unpopular. Why, and what can the government do about it?
By The Week UK Published
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Will Rachel Reeves’ tax U-turn be disastrous?
Today’s Big Question The chancellor scraps income tax rises for a ‘smorgasbord’ of smaller revenue-raising options
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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Keir and loathing: can Starmer head off a leadership challenge?
Today's Big Question ‘Co-ordinated’ briefings by PM’s allies to ‘flush out’ would-be rivals may have backfired
By The Week UK Published
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Will the public buy Rachel Reeves’ tax rises?
Today’s Big Question The Chancellor refused to rule out tax increases in her televised address, and is set to reverse pledges made in the election manifesto
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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Should Labour break manifesto pledge and raise taxes?
Today's Big Question There are ‘powerful’ fiscal arguments for an income tax rise but it could mean ‘game over’ for the government
By The Week UK Published
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Will Lucy Powell help or hinder Keir Starmer?
Today’s Big Question New deputy Labour leader represents both ‘peril’ and ‘opportunity’ for prime minister
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What are V levels?
The Explainer Government proposals aim to ‘streamline’ post-GCSE education options
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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The two-child benefit cap: should it be lifted?
The Explainer Labour MPs have long disliked the policy of limiting benefits for families with more than two children
By The Week UK Published
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Is Labour’s new attack on Brexit foolish or wise?
Today's Big Question Government shifts strategy to take on Nigel Farage’s central role in vote to leave the EU
By The Week UK Published
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Will Starmer’s India visit herald blossoming new relations?
Today's Big Question Despite a few ‘awkward undertones’, the prime minister’s trip shows signs of solidifying trade relations
By Abby Wilson Published
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