This week’s Budget, titled ‘Fixing The Foundations To Deliver Change’, aims to raise £40 billion primarily through tax increases and some spending cuts, including £3 billion from the welfare bill. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering inheritance tax, capital gains tax, pension allowances, and the employers’ rate of NI to address the £22 billion hole in public finances left by the Tories. Despite concerns from voters, particularly older demographics, Reeves is confident that the Budget will lead to long-term growth and prosperity, setting the stage for the next general election campaign.
Full Article
Ligue 1 academy standings revealed
Stade Rennais has topped the Ligue 1 academy standings for the third consecutive year, recognized for its talent production, including former players like Désiré Doué and Ousmane Dembélé. PSG and AS Monaco follow in the rankings, while Olympique Marseille ranks 15th; AC Ajaccio is the top academy in Ligue 2, and FC Sochaux-Montbéliard leads in the National. Need More Context? 🔎
Read more