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WorldSNP Criticises Burnham Over Social Care Reform Talks
The SNP has criticised Andy Burnham for excluding them from talks on reforming England's social care system. The party argues it is unfair for Scotland to be left out if new UK-wide taxes are introduced to fund the reforms, especially as Scotland already provides free personal care.
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WorldThink Tank Warns on Funding for Cost-of-Living Support
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr) has cautioned the new government against increasing borrowing to fund cost-of-living measures. They suggest tax hikes or spending reductions as necessary alternatives, forecasting persistent inflation and stable interest rates.
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PM Burnham Faces Tax Rises or Spending Cuts
Prime Minister Andy Burnham must either increase taxes or reduce public spending to fulfil his pledges, according to the National Institute of Economic and Social Research (Niesr). Persistent inflation is expected to strain public finances.
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Badenoch Urges PM to Fund Social Care by Cutting Spending
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has written to the Prime Minister, urging him to reject tax increases and borrowing for social care reform. She insists any funding must come from cutting current spending, a stance that contrasts with previous Labour proposals.
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