Rachel Reeves to promise 'a budget to rebuild Britain'

Published On Sep 22, 2024, 5:30 PM

Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to present a 'Budget to rebuild Britain' at the Labour Party conference, aiming to restore optimism amid criticism of the economy. Key points of her speech include the controversial decision to cut winter fuel payments for pensioners and the announcement of a Covid corruption commissioner to recover funds from questionable contracts. Reeves emphasizes a commitment to avoiding austerity while vowing to improve tax compliance by increasing the number of tax officers. She aims to create stability and encourage business investment to stimulate growth, countering the chaos seen under previous economic policies.