The Chancellor’s decision to cut foreign aid will put futures in jeopardy.
Completing the regeneration of Longbridge would be a powerful example of Conservative policy actively “levelling up” the economy.
Reports suggest the Government is planning to reduce spending from 0.7 per cent of gross national income to 0.5 per cent.
She attacks the Government for giving employers less than six hours’ notice that the furlough scheme was being extended.
The policy will make the country less competitive on the world stage. Indeed, it’ll be the only one in Europe not offering VAT-free shopping.
Besides, the cash-strapped Chancellor will need to raise revenue from somewhere. Here are some points to consider before going ahead.
My objective would be policies to help achieve growth in real Government revenue, and growth in labour productivity.
Even putting aside the EU dimension, there are very good arguments for having one in place.
The Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has exceeded all expectations with his recent negotiations.
While barbers, beers and football are deemed priorities for reopening, female-dominated businesses, like nail salons, have been left in limbo.
‘Short-time’ working is the Chancellor’s best bet for weaning employers off state support.
Policies and legislation over the years have made letting a deeply unattractive prospect – with renters feeling the effects.
Large numbers of people are falling through the eligibility gaps – caught between schemes for the employed and self-employed.
We cannot waste the opportunity that our Government’s high-speed rail investment plans presents.