Reeves
Coverage of Reeves 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.
- Deluded Reeves STILL won't accept time is up: She talks of 'unfinished business' in bid to save job and see off Miliband
Reeves refuses to acknowledge that her time is up, citing 'unfinished business' in an effort to retain her position and counter Miliband. The article highlights her determination to see off Miliband despite implications of her time being limited.
- Reeves hints she accepts Burnham will not keep her as chancellor – UK politics live
Reeves may accept a junior cabinet role if Burnham offers it, though she has not confirmed. Senior officials plan to lobby Burnham to revive 'war bonds' for defense spending, despite Treasury opposition. Reeves emphasizes fiscal rules allowing flexibility for capital investments, including defense, and highlights NATO cooperation for cost efficiency.
- Burnham set to demote Reeves to lesser cabinet role
Burnham is set to demote Reeves to a lesser cabinet role. Britain’s probable next prime minister is expected to assign backroom roles to Manchester allies.
- Burnham's had his celeb mates on the campaign trail and MPs flood up in last ditch effort - but Reeves steers clear
Burnham has celebrity supporters on his campaign trail, with MPs making a last-ditch effort to support him, while Reeves avoids involvement. The article highlights contrasting campaign strategies between Burnham and Reeves.
- John Healey and his No2 quit as Starmer and Reeves put welfare and Net Zero before national security - all while military leaders warn we haven't faced such a global threat for generations
John Healey and his No2 group resign as Starmer and Reeves prioritize welfare and Net Zero over national security. Military leaders warn of a generational global threat.
- 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.
- Reeves opens door to MORE tax rises to boost defence spending
Reeves has indicated openness to increasing tax rates to fund higher defense spending. The statement suggests potential future tax policy changes aimed at boosting military expenditures.
- 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.
- Labour civil war rages as Wes Streeting calls for U-turn on Reeves' 'jobs tax'... and Tony Blair swipes that Burnham doesn't 'understand' the world
A Labour Party internal conflict intensifies as Wes Streeting urges a reversal of Reeves' 'jobs tax' policy, while Tony Blair criticizes Burnham for lacking understanding of global affairs.
- Fears of a solar farm free-for-all as Reeves blocks locals' right to object under sweeping Labour planning reforms
Labour's planning reforms have removed the right of locals to object to solar farm developments, raising concerns about uncontrolled expansion. The changes, led by Reeves, prioritize large-scale renewable projects over community input.
- Reeves urges ministers to ‘buy British’ in critical sectors
UK Chancellor Reeves urges ministers to prioritize domestic procurement in critical sectors such as shipbuilding, steel, AI, and energy infrastructure. The initiative aims to strengthen Britain's economic resilience by supporting local industries.
- Reeves left red-faced as she 'DROPS' 'Soviet-style' shopping price cap plan after backlash from supermarkets and Bank of England
Chancellor Reeves has abandoned a proposed 'Soviet-style' shopping price cap plan following significant backlash from supermarkets and the Bank of England. The policy faced criticism from major retailers and monetary authorities who opposed the intervention in pricing mechanisms.
- Andy Burnham branded 'King of the U-turns' after backtracking on EU rejoin bid and now agreeing to stick with Reeves' borrowing rules
Andy Burnham has been branded 'King of the U-turns' after reversing his stance on rejoining the EU and agreeing to stick with Reeves' borrowing rules. This decision marks a significant shift in Burnham's policy approach. The move is seen as a major concession by Burnham.
- SIR MEL STRIDE: This money grab by Reeves is quite simply a raid on holiday memories
The article discusses a controversial money grab by Reeves, described as a raid on holiday memories by Sir Mel Stride. The action is seen as a negative impact on holiday experiences. Details of the grab are not specified in the given text.
- ANDREW PIERCE: The real reason Reeves has been silent? She wants her good friend Streeting to make her Foreign Secretary
Andrew Pierce reports that Reeves has been silent because she wants her friend to become Foreign Secretary. Reeves' silence is strategic, aiming to support her friend's appointment. The article speculates about Reeves' motivations and their potential impact on political appointments.
- I'm Jigsaw's new retail director and here's one simple thing Reeves must do at once to help revive our moribund economy: CHRIS BROWNE
Chris Browne, Jigsaw's new retail director, urges immediate action by Reeves to revive the struggling economy. He emphasizes a simple yet critical step to address economic stagnation.
- Rent controls will only drive up prices, housing minister warns in shot across Reeves' bow - as mortgages now cheaper for first time since June
The housing minister warns that rent controls will increase housing prices, targeting Reeves' policies, while mortgage rates have become cheaper for the first time since June.
- Landlords' fury after Reeves opens door to imposing rent freeze to 'ease cost of living crisis'
Landlords are expressing anger over a government proposal to impose a rent freeze aimed at alleviating the cost of living crisis. The policy, championed by Reeves, has sparked backlash from property owners who fear financial losses.
- 'A major tax on ambition': Reeves blasted over 'growth killer' business rates as botched reforms hit jobs and investment
Reeves faces criticism for introducing a controversial business rates tax, dubbed a 'growth killer,' which is blamed for stifling job creation and investment due to flawed reforms. The policy has sparked backlash from businesses and economists.
- 'Deluded' Reeves insists she has the right plan despite 250,000 job losses among under-35s and living standards falling even before Iran war
Reeves faces criticism for insisting on her policy plan despite 250,000 job losses among under-35s and declining living standards, even as tensions with Iran rise.
- Now even Wes Streeting is piling pressure on Reeves to cut welfare spending and boost defence
Wes Streeting is urging Chancellor Reeves to reduce welfare spending and allocate more funds to defense, intensifying political pressure on economic policies.
- Fresh start for the North Sea - but Reeves must do more to make Britain truly energy secure: ALEX BRUMMER
The article discusses the potential for a fresh start in the North Sea's energy sector while emphasizing the need for further action by Reeves to ensure Britain's energy security. It highlights the balance between progress and the remaining challenges in achieving energy independence.
- POLL OF THE DAY: Was the US-Israeli war on Iran a 'mistake', as Reeves claims?
The article discusses a poll questioning whether the US-Israeli war on Iran was a 'mistake,' referencing claims made by Reeves. It highlights debates around the conflict's justification and outcomes.
- Reeves accused of resisting pleas for a major defence spending boost because the military doesn't employ enough women
Reeves is accused of opposing a major defense spending increase due to the military's low female employment rate. The claim suggests that the lack of women in the military is influencing the resistance to higher defense funding.
- ANDREW NEIL: Starmer and Reeves would rather pay people to do nothing than pay to defend the nation - leaving us more vulnerable than at any time in our history
Andrew Neil criticizes Starmer and Reeves for prioritizing payments for inactivity over national defense spending, arguing this leaves the UK more vulnerable than ever. The article highlights concerns about leadership decisions impacting national security.
- Trump tells Labour to 'drill, baby, drill' as IMF warns Britain faces biggest economic shock in G7 from Iran war in humiliation for Reeves
Donald Trump urged Labour to prioritize oil drilling, while the IMF warned Britain faces its largest economic shock among G7 nations due to potential Iran war fallout. The article highlights Prime Minister Reeves' humiliation over the UK's economic vulnerability.
- Reeves arrives at IMF with little leeway to prove its UK downgrade wrong
The IMF has downgraded UK economic growth forecasts by 0.5 percentage points, labeling Britain as the G7's biggest loser due to the Iran war's impact. The conflict risks triggering a global recession, with the UK facing significant economic strain. Chancellor Reeves faces pressure to challenge the IMF's bleak outlook.
- Humiliation for Reeves as IMF slashes UK growth forecasts with biggest downgrade in G7 - and warns global recession is a 'close call'
The IMF has significantly downgraded UK growth forecasts, marking the largest G7 growth revision, and issued a warning about a potential global recession. The downgrade is described as a 'close call' for the global economy.
- A crisis of Reeves own making: Labour's North Sea tax grab has left Britain vulnerable, says ALEX BRUMMER
The article criticizes Labour's North Sea tax policy as a self-inflicted crisis that has made Britain vulnerable. Alex Brummer attributes the situation to decisions made by Reeves.