In the Unlock the Editor’s Digest, large UK retailers like Tesco and Marks and Spencer warn Chancellor Rachel Reeves of potential annual costs up to £7bn post-Budget changes, leading to job losses and higher prices for customers. These retailers, including Kingfisher and Morrisons, highlight concerns over increased employer NI contributions and lower earnings thresholds, urging for discussions with the Treasury to address these issues and propose solutions for a phased introduction of new thresholds and delayed implementation of packaging levies. Despite criticism, the Treasury defends the Budget changes, emphasizing the need for economic stability and growth to support businesses.
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professionals desert Elon Musk’s network
In response to a shift towards the right, misinformation, and lack of moderation on Elon Musk's social media platform X, high-profile figures like Jamie Lee Curtis and Stephen King have left, sparking an exodus with 60,000 daily account deactivations. This departure has impacted professionals like teachers and doctors who utilized X for networking and community-building, leading some organizations like Balenciaga and The Guardian to also withdraw. While some have found alternatives like Bluesky, others like...
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