Nigel Farage Proposes Tax Breaks for the Wealthy to Fund £1,000 Payments to Low-Income Workers Monday, June 23, 2025 farage taxpolicy nondom reformuk wealth lowincome economy generalelection taxexemptions labour Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, is set to unveil a controversial tax policy aimed at attracting wealthy foreigners while supporting low-income British workers. His proposed “Britannia Card,” which would cost … Read More
UK Unemployment Rate Reaches Highest Point Since 2021 Amid Wage Growth Slowdown Tuesday, June 10, 2025 unemployment wages labourmarket nationalinsurance economy chancellor rachelreeves bankofengland jobvacancies inflation The UK’s unemployment rate has climbed to 4.6%, marking its highest level since mid-2021. This comes alongside a noticeable slowdown in wage growth, sparking intense debate over the impact of recent government policies on the … Read More
Demand for Clear End Date as Disruptive Bridgwater Roadworks Continue Monday, June 9, 2025 bridgwater roadworks council celebrationmile infrastructure delays businesses construction transport economy Bridgwater’s ambitious £9 million Celebration Mile project, aimed at creating a safer, car-free route linking Northgate Docks to the town’s railway station, is facing significant delays. The roadworks, which began on Eastover … Read More
Exmouth: The Charming South West Seaside Town Facing a Youthful Challenge Saturday, June 7, 2025 exmouth retirement seaside housing youth economy devon tourism property community “Just looking out at the sea and the palm trees, this could be the south of France,” says Ed Gregory as he gazes across Exmouth’s serene seafront. Nestled in East Devon, this coastal town has become a haven for retirees, … Read More
Somerset Villages Face Decline Without More Jobs for Young People Monday, May 26, 2025 somerset villages employment youth economy councillor ai university rural gentrification Villages throughout Somerset are at risk of decline unless urgent action is taken to create local employment opportunities for young people, warns Liberal Democrat councillor Matt Martin. Somerset Council’s recently published … Read More
Somerset Villages Face Decline Without Jobs for Young People, Warns Councillor Monday, May 26, 2025 somerset villages employment youth housing economy ai education rural jobs Villages across Somerset are at risk of decline unless more local jobs are created to retain young people, a local councillor has cautioned. Somerset Council recently released its economic prosperity strategy, outlining plans … Read More