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Labour Sticks To Its Guns On Inheritance Tax Despite Farmer Backlash
Labour Sticks To Its Guns On Inheritance Tax Despite Farmer Backlash
Environment
The Government is holding firm on changes to agricultural relief despite backlash from farmers facing inheritance tax for the first time.
Labour MP Calls For Nationalisation Of Housing Association Properties
Communities
Labour MP Calls For Nationalisation Of Housing Association Properties
Committee Chair Says Finding Money For Climate Goals Will Be Biggest Challenge For COP29
Environment
Committee Chair Says Finding Money For Climate Goals Will Be Biggest Challenge For COP29
Rachel Reeves Says It's 'Too Early' To Know Donald Trump's Impact On UK Economy
Economy
Rachel Reeves Says It's "Too Early" To Know Donald Trump's Impact On UK Economy
Social Care At “Standstill” After Budget, Says Health Committee Chair Layla Moran
Health
Social Care At “Standstill” After Budget, Says Health Committee Chair Layla Moran
Tory Spending Plans Were 'Like Five-Year-Old' Writing Their 'Favourite Numbers', Says Labour MP Defending Tax Rises
Economy
Tory Spending Plans Were "Like Five-Year-Old" Writing Their "Favourite Numbers", Says Labour MP Defending Tax Rises
Government's Public Spending Plans Are 'Silly Games', Warns Top Economist
Economy
Government's Public Spending Plans Are "Silly Games", Warns Top Economist
The House Live
A highly skilled workforce that delivers economic growth and regional prosperity demands a local approach Partner content
Economy
By Instep UK
A highly skilled workforce that delivers economic growth and regional prosperity demands a local approach
UK Advertising: The Creative Powerhouse Fuelling Global Growth Partner content
Economy
By Advertising Association
UK Advertising: The Creative Powerhouse Fuelling Global Growth
Trusted to deliver Britain’s green growth Partner content
Economy
By Trust Ports Partnership
Trusted to deliver Britain’s green growth
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Who's Who In Kemi Badenoch's Inner Circle?
Who's Who In Kemi Badenoch's Inner Circle?
Political parties
Defence Secretary Says British Military Capabilities Are 'Just Not Good Enough'
Defence Secretary Says British Military Capabilities Are "Just Not Good Enough"
Defence
Kim Leadbeater On Assisted Dying: 'I Came Into Politics To Make A Difference'
Kim Leadbeater On Assisted Dying: "I Came Into Politics To Make A Difference"
Health
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Interview: Joe Fortune, the quietly powerful Co-operative Party general secretary
Economy
By Sienna Rodgers
Interview: Joe Fortune, the quietly powerful Co-operative Party general secretary
An actual giant of the labour movement? Sienna Rodgers speaks to the tall and quietly powerful Co-operative Party general secretary, Joe Fortune. Photography by Elio Zhang
Sharon Graham: 'I worry the Treasury has a hand in stopping some of the vision'
Economy
By Sienna Rodgers
Sharon Graham: 'I worry the Treasury has a hand in stopping some of the vision'
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham talks to Sienna Rodgers about her Celtic upbringing, the ongoing factional fight within her union, and why she blames the Treasury for a lack of vision in government
Jonathan Reynolds: 'You don’t get the nice things unless you’ve got discipline'
Economy
By Sienna Rodgers
Jonathan Reynolds: 'You don’t get the nice things unless you’ve got discipline'
Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds talks to Sienna Rodgers about how ‘nice things’ require fiscal discipline, finding the ‘balance’ on workers’ rights, and his opposition to assisted dying
Economy news
Millions invested to green Cumbrian homes Partner content
Economy
By Home Group
Millions invested to green Cumbrian homes
Work has started to transform 90 homes in Allerdale into some of the most environmentally friendly and efficient homes in the UK.
Historic trade deals with Australia and New Zealand will give our economy a much-needed boost
Economy
By Nigel Huddleston MP
Historic trade deals with Australia and New Zealand will give our economy a much-needed boost
United Kingdom firms are on the cusp of reaping huge rewards from our Australia and New Zealand trade deals.
Here's What To Expect From Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement
Economy
Here's What To Expect From Jeremy Hunt's Autumn Statement
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to deliver his Autumn Statement on 17 November, setting out the government’s spending plan for the year ahead. Here’s what is expected to be in it.
A new era of austerity is a political choice that must be rejected
Economy
By Liz Saville Roberts MP
A new era of austerity is a political choice that must be rejected
A new era of austerity is dawning. We’ll be told it’s for our own good. Don’t be fooled again.
Roads, Rail And Borders Face 'Maximum Disruption” As Public Sector Considers Co-ordinated Strikes
Economy
Roads, Rail And Borders Face "Maximum Disruption” As Public Sector Considers Co-ordinated Strikes
Hundreds of thousands of public sector workers could stage co-ordinated walk-outs this winter after civil servants say they have "have reached the crunch point” over pay levels and quality of service.
Jeremy Hunt Says 'We're All Going To Be Paying A Bit More Tax' Ahead Of Budget
Economy
Jeremy Hunt Says "We're All Going To Be Paying A Bit More Tax" Ahead Of Budget
The Chancellor has warned there are going to be "very difficult decisions" in next week's fiscal statement but insisted the UK was "resilient".
Rishi Sunak's Fragile Authority Has Been 'Badly Damaged' By Gavin Williamson Scandal
Economy
Rishi Sunak's Fragile Authority Has Been "Badly Damaged" By Gavin Williamson Scandal
Rishi Sunak is just 19 days into his premiership, but already he is facing questions about his political judgement after another week dominated by tensions over his contentious Cabinet appointments.
Jeremy Hunt Warns Of “Tough Road Ahead” As Economy Shrinks Again
Economy
Jeremy Hunt Warns Of “Tough Road Ahead” As Economy Shrinks Again
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has warned the UK faces “a tough road ahead” after new ONS figures showed the economy contracted by 0.2 per cent between July and September, signalling the start of a recession.
Repairing our damaged relationship with the EU is vital to boost trade
Brexit
By Hilary Benn MP
Repairing our damaged relationship with the EU is vital to boost trade
Last week, the government celebrated International Trade Week. Across the United Kingdom, events were held on decarbonising business, harnessing new technology and building global partnerships.
Would pay-as-you-drive be a better means of vehicle taxation?
Economy
By Silviya Barrett
Would pay-as-you-drive be a better means of vehicle taxation?
With more and more electric vehicles on our roads, it is increasingly clear that the current system of vehicle taxation is no longer fit for purpose; what is less clear is what its replacement will look like.
The Health of Nations: Why Businesses Need to Step Up When it Comes to Health Partner content
Health
By Legal & General
The Health of Nations: Why Businesses Need to Step Up When it Comes to Health
With the new Prime Minister recommitting to Levelling Up, UK businesses need to step forward to create a more balanced economy. But that can only happen with a healthy population and a healthy workforce. The House sat down with Legal & General’s John Godfrey to hear why he believes health should be on the agenda in every UK boardroom.
£2m funding for UK supply chain projects to tackle offshore wind decarbonisation and improve reliability Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
£2m funding for UK supply chain projects to tackle offshore wind decarbonisation and improve reliability
Education Secretary Can't Confirm That School Budgets Will Keep Up With Rising Costs
Education
Education Secretary Can't Confirm That School Budgets Will Keep Up With Rising Costs
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan has suggested her department could see a real-terms budget cut when Chancellor Jeremy Hunt gives a major update on government spending in next week’s Autumn Statement.
Partner content
Economy
By Amey
Amey picks up the baton to help support young people in to work
Amey, a national provider of critical facilities and asset management services, is launching its own version of the Kickstart programme after signing up to the initiative in 2020.
We must protect the triple lock on pensions ahead of a difficult winter
Economy
By Lord Sharkey
We must protect the triple lock on pensions ahead of a difficult winter
In the chaos of the last three Prime Ministers, one group has suffered considerably from the uncertainty – our pensioners.
COP27: How mobile connectivity can help tackle the climate challenge Partner content
Environment
By Mobile UK
COP27: How mobile connectivity can help tackle the climate challenge
The 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change – COP27, kicked off last weekend until 18th November 2022 hosted this year by Egypt. As part of this event, international world leaders have gathered to build on the outcomes of COP26 and discuss future strategies to combat the climate emergency.
R&D funding must be protected from cuts
Economy
By Matt Burnett
R&D funding must be protected from cuts
When you're trying to save £50bn, it's good to keep all options on the table. Over the next couple of weeks the Chancellor will pour over spreadsheets and scrutinise departmental plans in an attempt to restore fiscal discipline.
Double milestone reached for elderly resident plans in Leeds Partner content
Economy
By Home Group
Double milestone reached for elderly resident plans in Leeds
Older people in need of quality homes in Leeds will soon have much greater choice thanks to a double milestone being reached in the city.
The Electronic Trade Documents Bill will make international trade cheaper, faster and more secure
Economy
By Lord Holmes
The Electronic Trade Documents Bill will make international trade cheaper, faster and more secure
Not only will the Electronic Trade Documents Bill make trade faster, cheaper and greener, it is a model of how to legislate for tech through specific criteria. A blockchain bill that will stimulate blockchain development and adoption without ever mentioning blockchain.
Rishi Sunak Has Brought Calm, But A Storm Is Brewing
Economy
Rishi Sunak Has Brought Calm, But A Storm Is Brewing
In Parliament this week, people joked that there was something weird and rather unfamiliar in the air: calm.
Sellafield Ltd and Japan prove the value of continued cooperation Partner content
Environment
By Sellafield Ltd
Sellafield Ltd and Japan prove the value of continued cooperation
The re-signing of a cooperation agreement between Tokyo Electric Power Company and Sellafield Ltd brings continued collaboration.
Government Says Record-Breaking Interest Rate Hike Will Tackle “Enemy” Of Inflation
Economy
Government Says Record-Breaking Interest Rate Hike Will Tackle “Enemy” Of Inflation
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has said “inflation is the enemy” as he responded to the Bank of England’s record-breaking increase in the base interest rate.
Partner content
Environment
By The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Hydrogen could provide transport fuel alternative – but investment is needed
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has launched a new report which gives a detailed look at the key factors that will determine hydrogen’s future as a sustainable road transport fuel – a shift which could be vital to reach the Government’s Net Zero 2050 targets.
Partner content
Economy
By Betting And Gaming Council
BGC WELCOME PAUL SCULLY MP AS NEW GAMBLING MINISTER
Standards body the Betting and Gaming Council has congratulated Paul Scully MP on his appointment as Minister responsible for the betting and gaming industry.
EventsAll
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership
2024
De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership Awards
2024
The De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms
Ethnic Minorities into Leadership Awards
A civil servant’s guide to getting AI projects off the ground
2024
Online
A civil servant’s guide to getting AI projects off the ground
PT Cyber Security Conference
2024
The Minster Building, Central London
PT Cyber Security Conference