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Rachel Reeves: The Shadow Chancellor Making Bold Promises

Labour Party - Rachel Reeves - Shadow Chancellor - Taxation - UK General Election

Find out why Rachel Reeves is ruling out tax increases and defending Labour's stance on spending. Will her promises hold up? #LabourPromises #RachelReeves

Rachel Reeves, the shadow chancellor for Labour, is making headlines with her bold statements on taxation and spending. In a recent interview with BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, Reeves firmly stated that there would be no increase in income tax or national insurance under a Labour government. She emphasized the need for tough decisions on spending but assured that the manifesto would not include any unfunded proposals.

Reeves's stance on austerity is clear - she pledges that there will be no return to austerity measures if Labour wins the upcoming general election. While defending Labour's position, Reeves faced criticism for considering fire and rehire tactics but emphasized that they would only be used in limited circumstances.

The shadow chancellor's commitment to leaving workers' pay untouched is undeniable. Reeves's strong statement on not raising income tax or national insurance has been well received by the public. However, questions remain on the potential for public spending cuts under a Labour government.

Despite facing scrutiny, Rachel Reeves remains confident and optimistic about Labour's prospects in the election. As the pressure mounts, Reeves continues to stand firm on her promises, aiming to secure a victory for the party in the upcoming polls.

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Labour's Rachel Reeves rules out increasing income tax or NI (BBC News)

The shadow chancellor told the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg she would face "difficult decisions" on spending.

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Rachel Reeves says Labour would not return country to austerity (The Guardian)

Shadow chancellor rules out income tax and national insurance rises and says manifesto will have no unfunded proposals.

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Rachel Reeves pledges no return to austerity under Labour (The Independent)

Rachel Reeves has ruled out increases to income tax or national insurance if Labour are elected in this year's general election. Speaking on BBC One's ...

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Rachel Reeves defends fire and rehire 'in very limited circumstances' (Financial Times)

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Reeves: No income tax or national insurance rises if Labour win ... (shropshirestar.com)

The shadow chancellor also failed to rule out public spending cuts when challenged on her plans.

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Labour won't raise income tax or national insurance, Rachel Reeves ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

Shadow chancellor makes clearest commitment yet to leaving workers pay alone if they win general election.

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She's measuring up the curtains! Tories slam Rachel Reeves for ... (Daily Express)

Rachel Reeves was accused of “measuring up the curtains” as she grinned and claimed a Labour victory is within grasp. The shadow chancellor would become the ...

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Rachel Reeves says Labour would not 'bring back austerity' if it wins ... (Daily Mail)

Ms Reeves said both she and leader Sir Keir Starmer want taxes on working people to be lower, although she noted she would not put forward 'unfunded ...

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Taxes and National Insurance 'won't increase' if Labour wins ... (GB News)

Taxes and National Insurance are among the issues being debated by Labour and the Tories as the parties compete for votes.

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Rachel Reeves Pledges No Income Tax or NI Hikes Under Labour (Business MattersBusiness Matters)

Labour's Rachel Reeves rules out increasing income tax or National Insurance if elected, despite acknowledging potential spending cuts.

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Increases to national insurance and income tax ruled out under ... (Sky News)

Labour's shadow chancellor Rachel Reeves said the party wants to lower taxes for working people - and pledged a cash boost for public services.

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Why is Rachel Reeves so proud of working at the Bank of England? (Spectator.co.uk)

We don't know much about what taxes she will impose. Nor do we have many clues as to how she will boost growth, or find the money to improve public services ...

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