The Labour government faces a critical test in 2025, with challenges in economic growth, defence, housing, and the environment. Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans tax hikes and departmental savings, raising concerns about where cuts will be made and their impact. Sir Keir Starmer must balance these issues while addressing housing reforms, energy decarbonisation, global relations, and public sentiment on key issues like wind farms and local elections.
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The EU doesn’t need a deal with Trump
Ursula von der Leyen is meeting Donald Trump in Scotland to discuss trade as tariff deadlines approach, drawing insights from her recent summits with Japan and China. The article argues that the EU should not concede to US pressures, highlighting the unpredictable nature of Trump's negotiations and suggesting that both the US and EU have more to lose than appears. Want More Context? 🔎
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