Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter, including a report stating that UK chancellor Rachel Reeves is unlikely to cut pension tax relief for higher earners in her upcoming Budget. Reeves had previously proposed a flat rate of pension tax relief but is now expected to shy away from this move, opting instead for levying a rate of national insurance contributions on employer pension contributions as a less politically painful option. The Labour manifesto commits to not increasing taxes on “working people”, with Reeves facing tough decisions on spending, welfare, and tax in the Budget.
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Trump nominates ex-Florida attorney-general Bondi after Gaetz exit
President-elect Donald Trump nominated Pam Bondi as attorney-general following Matt Gaetz's withdrawal from consideration. Trump stated that the Department of Justice has been weaponized against Republicans and that Bondi will refocus it on fighting crime. He described Bondi as smart, tough, and an advocate for America First, believing she will do an excellent job as Attorney General. Full Article
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