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UK welfare spending becomes focus as Starmer pushes new reform effort

UK welfare spending becomes focus as Starmer pushes new reform effort

Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends budget and vows to reshape UK welfare spending amid political pressure. Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer leaves 10…

Australian home prices rise again as demand outpaces supply

Australian home prices rise again as demand outpaces supply

Australia home values continue rising despite stretched affordability and renewed inflation concerns. Houses in Sydney, Australia, on January 27, 202…

AI could boost UK economy but Labour government may miss out

AI could boost UK economy but Labour government may miss out

Office for Budget Responsibility warns artificial intelligence could raise productivity but benefits may arrive beyond current fiscal forecasts. Comm…

Rachel Reeves UK public finances defended amid pre-budget criticism

Rachel Reeves UK public finances defended amid pre-budget criticism

Chancellor Rachel Reeves rejects claims of misleading the public over the state of the UK’s finances ahead of £26 billion tax package. Britain's …

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