Britain’s opposition Labour Party hinted that it would impose new taxes on the wealthy, including shareholders and landlords, if it comes to power at the next election. In an interview, Labour’s would-be finance minister Rachel Reeves said, “I do think… Read More ›
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Rishi Sunak to unveil record spending for fighting pandemic induced economic blues
In a development that highlights the challenges facing Britain, the country’s finance minister Rishi Sunak has borrowed a record $285 billion (215 billion pounds) in the first seven months of this financial year as he prepares his war chest to… Read More ›
Britain’s Office for Budget Responsibility postpones forecast of public finances in Brexit’s wake
Britain will need to address and charter a course for improving its relationship with the world’s largest trading block before it can deal with the aftershock of its historic decision. As per Britain’s independent budget regulator, the publication of next… Read More ›