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Labour MP: I’d vote against inheritance tax changes if real vote held today

Markus Campbell-Savours said he would ‘seek important amendments’ to the policy affecting farmers.

Evening Standard

MPs support national insurance hike for employers amid ‘jobs tax’ warning

The Bill seeks to make changes to employers’ contributions from April 6 2025.

The Independent UK

VAT changes for private schools could impact children’s mental health – Tory MP

Dr Luke Evans argued that the tax change will lead to children moving school during term time and called for funding to support their welfare.

Evening Standard

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Farm schemes funding ‘review’ was last thing sector needed, says MP

A ‘review’ into farm schemes funding from 2025/26 was ‘the last thing’ the sector needed, an MP said.

Evening Standard

Sage wants to help UK small businesses deal with changing tax rules

Sage has committed to bringing free MTD-compliant accounting software to 2.8 million more taxpayers in the UK.

TechRadar

Starmer is a ‘working person’ says Chancellor as tax rise questions persist

The Government continues to be asked to pin down the term ahead of tax rises expected in next week’s Budget.

Evening Standard

Budget 2024: Minister reassures City that tax and spend 'guardrails' will avoid Trussonomics chaos

‘This is about bringing stability back into the economy,’ argued Treasury minister James Murray on the Government’s new fiscal rules

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Budget 2024: Pensioners, wealthy, landlords and shareholders 'face tax hit' as Labour defines 'working people'

Sir Keir Starmer and ministers have been grilled on their definition of ‘working people’ who will be protected from the brunt of tax rises

Evening Standard

‘Focus on’ where people are getting their money from, says Treasury minister

The Government has been asked repeatedly to define the term ‘working people’.

Evening Standard

No 10 climbs down on PM’s claim stocks and shares owners not ‘working people’

The Government has been asked repeatedly to define what a ‘working person’ is to establish which taxes could rise.

The Independent UK

Keir Starmer hints at tax rises on people with income from assets

Shareholders and property owners who also work not within PM’s definition of ‘working people’

The Guardian - UK

Capital gains tax will not hit 39%, says Treasury minister - but he won’t rule out rise in October Budget

National Insurance for employers also appears set to increase in the Budget on October 30

Evening Standard

Ministers press ahead with 'destructive, disruptive and divisive' VAT on private school fees policy

MPs clashed in the Commons as the Tories piled pressure on the Government to rethink the controversial policy

Evening Standard

Plans to add VAT to private school fees won’t be delayed, says minister

James Murray reaffirms timetable despite many in the sector calling for changes to be deferred until September 2025

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'Hopeless': Stephen Flynn slates Labour minister over weak 'cronyism' defence

A LABOUR minister has been slated for a “hopeless” defence of alleged cronyism in the party ...

The Guardian - UK

Treasury pledges low-carbon investment relief to appease oil and gas industry

Minister James Murray says decision aimed at protecting jobs and investment after concerns raised by industry

Reason

Brickbat: School Days

The United Kingdom's new Labour Party government has confirmed that it will start charging a 20 percent value-added tax on private school tuition in January 2025. It promises to use the money to fund 6,500 new teachers in state school. Treasury official James Murray said the government is looking at…

The Independent UK

Alan Titchmarsh holds back tears as The Crown star James Murray pays emotional tribute to late daughter

‘The Crown’ actor Murray reflected on the death of his late baby daughter, Ella-Jayne

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New on Hulu August 3-9: our expert picks 6 new TV shows and movies coming to Hulu

Check out our picks for the best new TV shows and movies on Hulu this week, including friends playing pranks and a new era of Dance Moms.

The National (Scotland)

Winter Fuel Payment cuts will 'not be the last', Labour Treasury Secretary says

THE cuts to the Winter Fuel Payment will “not be the last” announced by the Labour government, the Exchequer Secretary to the Treasury has…

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer government digs in as it faces Labour revolt over two-child benefit limit

Labour MP Kim Johnson is ready to table an amendment to the King’s Speech to ditch the restriction

Evening Standard

Minister rejects claim by Trump running mate JD Vance that Britain is first nuclear Islamist country

Treasury minister James Murray also stressed his ‘pride in diversity’ and its strength

Evening Standard

General Election 2024 London seats: Who is my MP in…Ealing North?

Evening Standard analysis of key seats in London for the July 4 General Election

WhatToWatch

Gandhi season 1: cast, plot and everything we know about the epic TV drama following the life of India's icon

The Gandhi TV series stars Pratik Gandhi and Bhamini Oza alongside British stars Tom Felton and James Murray.

The Guardian - UK

Right up your street: favourite local shops in the UK, chosen by chefs and food writers

Fuchsia Dunlop, Dan Smith and Melissa Thompson tell us where they buy Chinese vegetables in London, heritage produce in Kent, and the best chicken you’ll ever eat

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