Government departments spent an eye-watering £26,047,796 on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram since Labour took office. Guido is old enough to remember Starmer saying in January he’d be “ruthless” on public spending cuts…
In response to a parliamentary written question, Cabinet minister Nick Thomas–Symonds admitted the taxpayer millions were spent “to engage with relevant audiences in alignment with the government’s strategic objectives” between 1st August 2024 and 31st July 2025. Pushing unpopular policies…
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Thomas-Symonds helpfully added: “We will not spend more than is needed to be effective and ensure best value for the taxpayer.” These figures suggest otherwise…
Speaking at the Confederation of British Industry conference, CBI boss Rain Newton-Smith warned Reeves:
“This Budget is about credibility and about trust. You will never be able to tax your way to growth. Growth, not taxes, is the only way out of decline, and that starts with business.”