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Starmer Pledges No Tax Hikes, Wealth Tax Possible

7/9/2025

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In a heated session of Prime Minister's Questions, Sir Keir Starmer reassured the public that Labour won't increase income tax, national insurance, or VAT. Yet, he left the door open for a wealth tax and sidestepped the issue of unfreezing income tax thresholds in 2028, prompting Kemi Badenoch to challenge Labour's tax stance.

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In a heated session of Prime Minister's Questions, Sir Keir Starmer reassured the public that Labour won't increase income tax, national insurance, or VAT. Yet, he left the door open for a wealth tax and sidestepped the issue of unfreezing income tax thresholds in 2028, prompting Kemi Badenoch to challenge Labour's tax stance.