Chancellor
Coverage of Chancellor in the Nexus archive.
- Will Burnham bend to Labour members? Poll shows party's faithful prefer Miliband as Chancellor - but almost as many want Reeves to STAY... and a third want more benefits spending
A poll shows Labour members prefer Miliband as Chancellor, with nearly as many wanting Reeves to stay, and a third supporting increased benefits spending.
- Syndicate member’s complaint: Chancellor’s hearing on July 7
A syndicate member has filed a complaint regarding a Chancellor's hearing scheduled for July 7. The hearing is set to take place on that date.
- Is this any way to run the economy? Would-be Chancellor Ed Miliband's staff are allowed to work from home most days and only have to go into the office for 40 per cent of the month
Ed Miliband's staff work from home most days and are required to attend the office only 40% of the month. The article questions whether this approach is appropriate for running the economy.
- As storm clouds gather, the beleaguered Chancellor is in the pink (again and again), writes LAURA CRAIK
The article discusses the Chancellor facing challenges as storm clouds gather, yet remains in a strong position, described as 'in the pink' repeatedly. The piece is authored by Laura CRAIK.
- Andy Burnham’s Ed Miliband test
The selection of a chancellor under Andy Burnham's leadership will indicate the government's direction and potential for radical policies. This decision is framed as a test of Ed Miliband's approach to governance.
- Final humiliation for Rachel Reeves as she backs Andy Burnham for leader… even though he is expected to ignore her desperate pleas to be kept on as Chancellor
Rachel Reeves supports Andy Burnham for leadership despite expectations that Burnham will disregard her requests to retain her position as Chancellor. The situation is described as a 'final humiliation' for Reeves.
- Unions combine to try to stop Ed Miliband becoming chancellor
Unions Unite the Union and the GMB are pressuring Andy Burnham, Britain’s probable next prime minister, to prevent Ed Miliband from becoming chancellor. The article highlights union efforts to influence political appointments.
- Ed Miliband would be ‘noose around neck’ of UK economy as chancellor, union boss warns
Sharon Graham, a union boss, warned that Ed Miliband would be a 'noose around neck' of the UK economy as chancellor. The Burnham team is exploring key government appointments.
- Andy Burnham urged to rule out naming Ed Miliband as his Chancellor by boss of major trade union
Andy Burnham is being urged by the boss of a major trade union to rule out naming Ed Miliband as his Chancellor. The request focuses on avoiding a specific political appointment.
- Ed Miliband 'pushing to be made chancellor' if Andy Burnham becomes next Prime Minister
Ed Miliband is pushing to become chancellor if Andy Burnham becomes the next Prime Minister. The article highlights potential changes in leadership roles within the government.
- Revealed: Healey's 'stand up row' with Reeves - and how Starmer's decision to back his Chancellor forced the defence secretary to quit
Healey and Reeves had a conflict, and Starmer's decision to back the Chancellor led the defense secretary to resign.
- Chancellor in the line of fire: Can Reeves survive the Labour leadership battle? asks ALEX BRUMMER
The article examines whether Chancellor Reeves can withstand challenges during the Labour leadership battle.
- Andy Burnham 'wargames' holding snap general election if he becomes prime minister - and reveals the Labour MP he wants for Chancellor
Andy Burnham is planning for a snap general election if he becomes prime minister and has identified a Labour MP for the role of Chancellor.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz's unpopularity fuels talk of finding a replacement
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's unpopularity is prompting discussions about finding a replacement, as noted in the article.
- HAMISH MCRAE: Chancellor has lost touch with the real world
Hamish McRae criticizes the Chancellor for being out of touch with reality, suggesting a disconnect between policy and everyday economic concerns. The article highlights a potential loss of public trust in the government's economic management.
- Reeves makes case to remain as chancellor with reports Burnham may favour Miliband
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is seeking to retain her position amid reports that Burnham may favor Ed Miliband. Her supporters argue she is the only candidate capable of safeguarding the UK's finances if Keir Starmer is replaced later this year.
- Countryside hotels beg Chancellor for relief from Iranian fuel price shock
Countryside hotels are seeking relief from the Chancellor due to the Iranian fuel price shock. The hotels are experiencing financial difficulties as a result of the increased fuel prices. The Chancellor is being asked to provide assistance to help the hotels recover.
- Drivers to be hit by household budget-busting £2billion cost at the pumps thanks to Iran war, piling pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to scrap her planned fuel tax raid
Drivers in the UK face a £2 billion fuel cost increase linked to the Iran war, intensifying pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to abandon her planned fuel tax. The surge threatens household budgets and challenges government fiscal policies.
- JEFF PRESTRIDGE: I fear Chancellor is coming for the triple lock
Jeff Prestridge expresses concern that the Chancellor may target the UK's triple lock pension policy, which guarantees annual state pension increases. The triple lock is a key political issue in British social welfare.
- Struggling taxpayers shell out £3,000 for a portrait of Chancellor Rachel Reeves preparing her Budget
Struggling taxpayers are being charged £3,000 for a portrait of Chancellor Rachel Reeves preparing her Budget, highlighting financial concerns. The high cost has drawn criticism amid economic challenges.
- JEFF PRESTRIDGE: I fear Chancellor's coming for the triple lock
Jeff Prestridge expresses concern that the UK Chancellor is planning to target the triple lock, a policy that guarantees annual increases in state pensions. The article highlights fears of potential changes to the pension system.
- Britain at breaking point over Chancellor's tax attack, top finance chiefs warn
Top finance officials in Britain warn the country is nearing a crisis over the Chancellor's controversial tax policies. The government's approach to taxation has sparked severe concerns among economic leaders.