Labour chancellor Rachel Reeves admitted that her Budget will reduce the pay of working people due to increased employers’ national insurance contributions, as the IFS accused her of damaging trust in politicians. Despite claiming to protect workers, the IFS director criticized Reeves for not raising taxes as promised in the government’s Budget, stating that the measures would not generate the expected £25bn. The Office for Budget Responsibility warned that the spending measures would only provide a temporary GDP boost, leading to downgrades in subsequent years and increased pressure on inflation and interest rates.
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Data Dump Wednesday: 10 stats to know for Week 12 + 2 players to stash on your bench | Yahoo Fantasy Forecast
In the latest episode of Yahoo SportsData Dump Wednesday, Matt Harmon and Sal Vetri share 10 key data points for Week 12 in fantasy football. Sal also highlights two running backs with potential upside that fantasy managers should consider stashing on their bench for the playoff push. Tune in for expert analysis and advice on maximizing your fantasy lineups as the regular season winds down. Full Article
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