The Latest Breaking News from Rachel Reeves

EasyJet boss warns against Budget move to hike flight taxes

Chief executive Kenton Jarvis said any increase would ‘dampen demand’.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Tax expert reveals key reasons why Rachel Reeves’ mansion tax won’t work

Dan Neidle warns Rachel Reeves against a plan to use outdated valuations to force people to pay her planned mansion tax

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Farmers' protest in London: Everything you need to know about the event

The farmers’ protest is another so-called ‘go slow’ tractor march, with hundreds of vehicles taking to London’s streets.

Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2025

Chancellor Rachel Reeves Signals Tax Rise on the Rich as She Eyes Mansion Tax to Bridge Deficit

Rachel Reeves plans a mansion tax on £2m-plus homes to raise revenue and close the fiscal gap while keeping Labour's pledges on income tax and VAT across UK law.

International Business Times UK · Nov 25, 2025

‘Madness’ to increase welfare spending in Budget, says AO World boss

Chief executive John Roberts urged the Chancellor to cut spending and ‘make some difficult decisions’.

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

What’s at stake in the UK Autumn Budget? Here are the points to watch

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces the challenge of raising an estimated £20-30bn, with both her and the government’s credibility on the line.

Euronews · Nov 25, 2025

Milkshakes and lattes to be included in UK sugar tax in bid to tackle obesity

The government will remove the current exemption for milk-based beverages from the levy on sugary drinks

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

Limits to Motability Cars Imposed After Shocking Rise In PIP Recipients Without Visible Disabilities Applying For Luxury Vehicles

UK Motability reforms remove luxury cars, prioritise British-built models, and ignite debate over disability rights and welfare cuts.

International Business Times UK · Nov 25, 2025

Reeves calls for Labour unity ahead of tax-raising Budget

The Chancellor is due to deliver her second budget in the Commons on Wednesday, in which she is widely expected to pull the lever on tax hikes.

Evening Standard · Nov 25, 2025

UK sugar tax to be extended to more soft drinks and milkshakes; markets rally ahead of the budget – as it happened

Government sets out plans to lower the threshold within the Soft Drinks Industry Levy to 4.5g per 100ml, down from 5g

The Guardian - UK · Nov 25, 2025