UK borrows more than expected as impact of Iran war takes toll
May figure of £23.3bn underlines challenge facing Andy Burnham if he ends up as Labour leader
UK borrows more than expected as impact of Iran war takes toll
May figure of £23.3bn underlines challenge facing Andy Burnham if he ends up as Labour leader
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The case for Labour to introduce a wealth tax has never been stronger | Phillip Inman
By Phillip Inman
A 2% levy on fortunes above £100m – with no exemptions – could begin to reverse decades of rising inequality
https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/jun/13/labour-introduce-wealth-tax-case-never-been-stronger
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The case for Labour to introduce a wealth tax has never been stronger
A 2% levy on fortunes above £100m – with no exemptions – could begin to reverse decades of rising inequality
Top chefs back Andy Burnham for prime minister to cut VAT on hospitality
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