Podcast Summary
Labor, Conservative tax increases: Both parties discuss potential tax increases due to economic situation. Labor's Reynolds acknowledges need but blames Conservative legacy, while Conservative Harper claims £2,000 increase, disputed by some. Reynolds believes Labor policies will lead to stronger economy and reduced taxes.
Both the Labor and Conservative parties are discussing potential tax increases due to the current economic situation. Shadow Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds acknowledges the need for tax increases if Labor wins power, but attributes it to the economic legacy left behind by the Conservatives. The Conservative Transport Secretary Mark Harper continues to claim that a Labor government would increase taxes by £2,000, a claim disputed by some. Despite the controversy, Harper maintains the claim is correct and based on published costings. Reynolds, on the other hand, believes Labor's specific policies will lead to a stronger economy and eventually reduce the need for high taxes. Your History, a new podcast from The Times, explores the lives and stories that have shaped our world, including those of politicians and their economic policies.
Labour Party taxes, Dr. Mosley, missing person: Labour Party's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner promises no tax hikes for working people, search for missing doctor Dr. Mosley continues on Greek island Simi, UK airports to reintroduce restrictions on carrying liquids over 100ml due to new scanning equipment, The Times launches new podcast 'Your History' exploring notable figures' lives
Angela Rayner, the Labour Party's Deputy Leader, reassured viewers during a televised debate that her party would not raise taxes for working people. Meanwhile, the search for missing television doctor, Dr. Mosley, on the Greek island of Simi continues, with rescuers examining stone huts along the path he was last seen on. Elsewhere, security measures at six UK airports will see the reintroduction of restrictions on carrying liquids over 100 milliliters due to concerns about new scanning equipment. In intriguing news, The Times has launched a new podcast, "Your History," which delves into the lives of notable figures whose obituaries have been published in the newspaper for over a century.