Bessent floats adding GSEs to sovereign wealth fundBessent advocates for creating public assets, particularly leveraging Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, to address housing issues and affordability.He underscores the need for innovation in housing construction and regulatory simplification.
Review of rent pressure zones to proceed despite concerns, cabinet subcommittee agreesConcerns arise over potential rent increases in RPZ areas as the expiration of the rent control system nears.
Epidemic' of violence against women and girls in UK is getting worse reportThe UK faces a worsening epidemic of violence against women and girls, with insufficient government action and strategies.Government efforts have been criticized for lack of coherence and impact. Survivors continue to suffer amid rising violence.
Starmer's team hope policy blitz will prove that Labour can deliver changeKeir Starmer's government is shifting focus to immediate, deliverable policies in response to public impatience and an impending policy blitz.
Ukraine seeks return of up to 10 million refugees and migrants fleeing Russia's warUkraine aims to repatriate its diaspora to address demographic challenges exacerbated by the war.
Starmer seeks to take control after bumpy startThe Prime Minister's event mimicked a manifesto launch despite being five months after the last election.Sir Keir Starmer outlined measurable milestones for future governance in anticipation of the next general election.
Angela Rayner given permanent seat on UK national security councilAngela Rayner's permanent seat on the NSC signifies efforts to strengthen her role and resolve tensions with Keir Starmer.
Starmer seeks to take control after bumpy startThe Prime Minister's event mimicked a manifesto launch despite being five months after the last election.Sir Keir Starmer outlined measurable milestones for future governance in anticipation of the next general election.
Angela Rayner given permanent seat on UK national security councilAngela Rayner's permanent seat on the NSC signifies efforts to strengthen her role and resolve tensions with Keir Starmer.
Difficult decisions lie ahead to 'get Britain working'The government is prioritizing welfare reform to improve jobseeker services while facing pressure from voters and the media.
Record 40 billion tax increases hit hardest on corporate Britain - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLong-term economic planning is essential; recent measures seem reactive and do not foster necessary investment growth.
Difficult decisions lie ahead to 'get Britain working'The government is prioritizing welfare reform to improve jobseeker services while facing pressure from voters and the media.
Record 40 billion tax increases hit hardest on corporate Britain - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLong-term economic planning is essential; recent measures seem reactive and do not foster necessary investment growth.
Fine Gael candidates told to get election poster orders in to party headquartersTaoiseach Simon Harris is preparing for a possible election in November while emphasizing the government's ongoing work and recent budget benefits.
Catch-22 for Simon Harris over general election date, as he risks backlash from backbenchers or a falling out with Micheal MartinTiming the general election is crucial due to party dynamics and the need for vote transfers between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.
Fine Gael candidates told to get election poster orders in to party headquartersTaoiseach Simon Harris is preparing for a possible election in November while emphasizing the government's ongoing work and recent budget benefits.
Catch-22 for Simon Harris over general election date, as he risks backlash from backbenchers or a falling out with Micheal MartinTiming the general election is crucial due to party dynamics and the need for vote transfers between Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil.
Why solid growth complicates the Budget masterplanThe UK economy has shown solid growth, recovering from previous downturns and exceeding other G7 nations in early 2024.
Hundreds of migrants to be moved out of Dublin as towns for new camps identifiedOpening new asylum-processing center and expanding existing camps in Kerry and Westmeath.