2024-11-05
Daily Telegraph Front Page 5th of November 2024
Nigel Farage advises Donald Trump not to contest the election results as America faces a closely contested election, creating tension and uncertainty in the political landscape.
Nigel Farage advises Donald Trump not to contest the election results as America faces a closely contested election, creating tension and uncertainty in the political landscape.
UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends taxing large estates, arguing that high-value landowners should contribute more to fund public services like the NHS, despite backlash from the farming sector.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has criticised the Prime Minister’s approach to inheritance tax changes on farmland, expressing concern that it unfairly targets farming communities and could negatively impact productivity.
Financial markets have reacted negatively to the latest budget, expressing concerns over increased borrowing costs and a weakened pound, following comments from economic experts and policy decisions from the government.
A proposed £40 billion tax initiative by the Chancellor is projected to stagnate wages and reduce living standards, potentially causing concern among millions of households and businesses.
A suspect in Southport is charged under the Terrorism Act, alleged to have carried out a knife attack while in possession of a manual linked to extremist activities.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves has indicated that increased taxes may be necessary to adequately fund the National Health Service, emphasising the need for fiscal adjustments to meet public healthcare demands.
Jeremy Hunt criticises the Office for Budget Responsibility, suggesting its actions may facilitate a significant tax increase proposed by Rachel Reeves.
The Chancellor has acknowledged that workers’ taxes are set to increase, which has led to criticism of the Prime Minister for potentially inciting social division.
Concerns have been raised about a potential £50 billion financial manoeuvre, as the Chancellor revises borrowing regulations ahead of the Budget amidst rising mortgage costs.