'No easy routes' to growth, Reeves tells Labour MPs
It comes after the chancellor hinted the government would back a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
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Reeves to tell Labour MPs to back growth strategy
UK chancellor expected to support Heathrow airport expansion despite concerns over environmental impactFinancial Times - 2d -
On fiscal policy Rachel Reeves must show, not tell
The chancellor needs to act upon her tough rhetoric if she is to assuage bond marketsFinancial Times - 6d -
UK housebuilders predict sector growth on Labour planning reforms
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Going for growth: Rachel Reeves v the markets
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Labour intensifies push for growth to avoid ‘disastrous’ tax rises
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London’s airports test Labour with plans for rapid growth
Luton and Gatwick ruling to come this year, while Stansted and City expansion already approvedFinancial Times - Jan. 9 -
Shein accused of ‘not respecting’ UK MPs in grilling on labour practices
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Reeves expected to welcome Heathrow expansion as she outlines economic growth plan
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