2024-10-24
Daily Telegraph Front Page 24th of October 2024
Labour leader Starmer’s senior aides have become embroiled in a controversy related to former US President Trump, following their attendance at a Democratic convention alongside two MPs.
Labour leader Starmer’s senior aides have become embroiled in a controversy related to former US President Trump, following their attendance at a Democratic convention alongside two MPs.
Breakthrough Alzheimer’s treatment, donanemab, has been deemed too costly for prescription by the NHS, potentially limiting access for patients.
Members of Parliament are questioning the decision to charge a police officer in a controversial case, with concerns that such prosecutions could negatively impact the morale of other officers, according to the Met Chief.
Rachel Reeves has been cautioned that proposed alterations to inheritance tax could have unintended negative consequences, leading to increased bureaucracy for bereaved families and no additional funds for the Treasury, according to experts.
Rachel Reeves is planning a significant tax initiative involving alterations to fuel duty, inheritance tax, and freezing thresholds, aiming to align with Labour’s manifesto commitments.
Israel has reportedly carried out a military operation resulting in the death of a senior Hamas figure, intensifying the ongoing conflict and leading to increased diplomatic pressure from Western nations to seek a resolution.
The Chancellor is considering the largest tax increase in history to raise fuel duty, facing potential resistance from Cabinet colleagues.
Rachel Reeves has changed her stance on the proposed increase in National Insurance contributions, acknowledging it could negatively impact workers’ wages and lead to significant tax rises.
The Daily Telegraph reveals that the government plans to offer weight-loss injections to the unemployed, aiming to reduce obesity and boost employment.
Business leaders have warned that the Prime Minister’s plan to increase National Insurance contributions for firms could harm investment and act as a deterrent to businesses, raising concerns about the impact on jobs and economic growth.