Politics

Rachel Reeves has refused to rule out breaking her manifesto pledge not to raise certain taxes, as she lays the groundwork ahead of the budget later this month.

To understand why Rachel Reeves stood up at 8am in Downing Street in an unprecedented news conference to foreshadow the budget, you need to understand the depth of the problems facing the chancellor.

To say this wasn't the plan is an understatement.

The number of female MPs could plummet for the first time in more than a century if action is not taken now, campaigners have warned.

Sir Keir Starmer says AI will improve public services, put money in your pocket, create jobs and improve your children's future.