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Chancellor Reeves Faces Pressure Amid Economic Controversy

12/1/2025

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies misleading the public about national economic outlook amid Budget fallout.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an ethics probe into Reeves's 'black hole' claims.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends Reeves, saying tax increases will stabilize the economy.
Over 40,000 people have signed a petition calling for Reeves's resignation.
An inquiry reveals a cover-up of unlawful killings in Afghanistan as NATO weighs a stronger line against Russia.

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Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies misleading the public about national economic outlook amid Budget fallout.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an ethics probe into Reeves's 'black hole' claims.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer defends Reeves, saying tax increases will stabilize the economy.
Over 40,000 people have signed a petition calling for Reeves's resignation.
An inquiry reveals a cover-up of unlawful killings in Afghanistan as NATO weighs a stronger line against Russia.