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UK will not pay out over slavery, says Reeves
The chancellor says she understands why countries are making demands but the UK will not pay out.3 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Reeves confirms change to UK fiscal rules to help fund £20bn of annual investment
Chancellor promises in FT to avoid ‘falls in public sector investment’ planned by Tories5 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Apple, Goldman Sachs Ordered to Pay $89 Millions Over Transaction Disputes
The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau ordered the two to pay out over Apple Card disputes.19 hours ago -
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UK regulator approves second Alzheimer's drug in months but government won't pay for it
Britain’s drug regulator approved the Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla on Wednesday, but the government won’t be paying for it after an independent watchdog agency said the treatment isn’t worth the cost ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Commonwealth leaders to defy UK by putting slavery reparations on summit agenda
Downing Street insists a discussion about the issue is not on the agenda for the summit of 56 Commonwealth countries.6 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Starmer under pressure to accept slavery reparations, as minister claims UK will eventually agree - UK politics live
PM Starmer has been told by Commonwealth leaders he must come to the table to discuss reparations for the “ill effects” of slavery. Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, has said that “no one ...10 hours ago - United Kingdom -
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Goldman and Apple fined $89mn over US credit card programme
Consumer regulator says companies ‘illegally sidestepped’ obligations in latest setback for struggling partnershipYesterday - Apple -
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Starmer says he wants to ‘look forward’ and not talk about slavery reparations
UK prime minister would rather work with nations on ‘future-facing challenges’ at Commonwealth summit. . Keir Starmer has insisted he wants to “look forward” rather than have “very long endless ...Yesterday -
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UK regulator approves second Alzheimer's drug in months but government won't pay for it
Britain’s drug regulator approved the Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla on Wednesday, but the government won’t be paying for it after an independent watchdog agency said the treatment isn’t worth the cost ...Yesterday - United Kingdom -
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Budget deals struck with all departments, says Reeves
Despite reports of internal rifts all government departments have agreed spending settlements, Reeves says.Yesterday -
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IMF upgrades UK growth forecast in boost to Reeves
Fund’s chief economist sees chance of more ‘aggressive’ Bank of England rate cuts as chancellor prepares for Budget2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Reeves welcomes IMF's improved UK economic forecast
The global financial institution predicts stronger UK growth of 1.1% this year and 1.5% next year.2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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Proposed rule would require insurance companies to pay for over-the-counter contraception
A proposed rule by the Biden administration would require insurance companies to cover the cost of non-prescription birth control. The proposal comes as reproductive rights are a central issue in ...2 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Employment rights bill will cost firms £5bn per year but benefits will justify costs, government says – UK politics live
Analysis from business and trade department says bill will significantly strengthen workers’ right. In the past the weirdest budget tradition was the convention that the chancellor is allowed to ...3 days ago - United Kingdom -
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The work sickness timebomb that risks a lost generation of workers
Britain is sick, and getting sicker. Economics editor Faisal Islam unpacks whether the government can get people working again3 days ago -
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UK will not apologise for role in slavery at Commonwealth summit, No 10 says
News that no symbolic apology or reparations are planned could put Starmer on collision course with other nations. The UK government will not apologise over Britain’s role in the transatlantic ...5 days ago - United Kingdom -
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The Papers: Reeves' plan for 'freeze on tax thresholds' and 'Cheryl's heartache' over Liam
Rachel Reeves could freeze the income tax threshold from 2028, according to several papers, while others splash on the aftermath of Liam Payne's death.5 days ago -
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No UK apology over slavery at Commonwealth summit
No apology over Britain's historic links to the slave trade at the Commonwealth summit, says 10 Downing Street.6 days ago - United Kingdom -
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How can Rachel Reeves fill the UK’s £40bn Budget gap?
Chancellor’s options hemmed in by Labour election promises and NHS spending6 days ago -
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Modern slavery backlog could be eradicated in two years, says government
Safeguarding minister Jess Phillips aims to clear a backlog of more than 23,000 cases.6 days ago -
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Home Office hires 200 staff to clear huge backlog of UK modern slavery cases
More than 23,000 files were left open by the last government, says minister, with delays of up to four years in assigning victim status. The Home Office has recruited 200 staff to clear a backlog ...6 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UK plans to place ‘buy now, pay later’ lenders under FCA rules
New regulation would allow finance watchdog to apply tests on affordabilityOctober 17 - United Kingdom -
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Starmer and Reeves face down cabinet revolt over spending cuts
Ministers complain about Treasury approach as prime minister and chancellor finalise October 30 BudgetOctober 16 -
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London Underground workers to strike over pay
Aslef and RMT unions announce series of walkouts in NovemberOctober 16 -
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London Tube drivers to strike over pay
London Underground drivers are set to strike on two days in November in a dispute over pay.October 16 -
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FirstFT: Musk backs Trump election bid with $75mn donation
Also in today’s newsletter, luxury shares fall after poor LVMH results and Boeing raises new capitalOctober 16 - Donald Trump -
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UK inflation falls below 2% for first time since 2021 in boost to Rachel Reeves
Surprise annual drop to 1.7% in September raises chance of interest rate cuts, increasing budget leeway. UK inflation surprise opens up wriggle room for lower rates and less painful budget ...October 16 - United Kingdom -
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UK government should consider suing Post Office ex-directors over scandal, says Alan Bates
Victim of Horizon IT scandal says former executives failed in their dutiesOctober 16 - United Kingdom -
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Wealthy non-doms lobby UK for Italian-style tax regime
Push for Budget reforms to allow foreign residents to pay tiered charges amid fears of exodus of richOctober 15 - United Kingdom -
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Reeves aims to close £40bn funding gap as she plans tax rises in Budget
Figure is significantly more than the £22bn fiscal hole the government previously identifiedOctober 15 -
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Reeves cuts National Wealth Fund budget despite UK investment drive
Chancellor’s decision comes as government seeks to work with private sector to decarbonise economyOctober 14 - United Kingdom -
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Reeves signals hike in National Insurance for firms
The chancellor was speaking at the government's International Investment Summit, where deals worth £63bn were hailed.October 14 -
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Rachel Reeves gives closing speech at UK investment summit – business live
Chancellor says £60bn of investment has been announced at summit, showing confidence in UK economy. Keir Starmer will promise to slash red tape as he hosts investment summit Who will attend ...October 14 - United Kingdom -
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UK bookmakers don’t want to (and probably won’t have to) pay more tax
Won’t somebody please think of Queen Camilla?October 14 - United Kingdom