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UK mulls big tech tax changes to avoid US tariffs

Rachel Reeves says talks are "ongoing" about the Digital Services Tax, paid by giants like Amazon.

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Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs

Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.

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Reeves confirms 15% cut to Civil Service running costs

Savings will be from back office and administrative roles rather than front-line services, chancellor tells the BBC.

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Investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after substation fire led to major flight disruption on Friday.

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Investigation ordered into power outage that closed Heathrow

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband says there are lessons to be learned after substation fire led to major flight disruption on Friday.

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Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement

The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.

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Rachel Reeves is feeling the heat ahead of her Spring Statement

The Chancellor hints at a more guarded approach amid global uncertainty - and issues a warning ahead of her announcements.

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Rachel Reeves: I will not ‘tax and spend’

In an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, the chancellor opened up on the public finances and how she's finding the job.

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Rachel Reeves: I will not ‘tax and spend’

In an interview with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg, the chancellor opened up on the public finances and how she's finding the job.

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Heathrow closure: What are my rights?

What are you entitled to if your flight is cancelled due to the fire that has led to the airport's closure?

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