Discussion on the UK government's strategies to boost growth post-Brexit by simplifying the planning system, investing in green initiatives, and stabilizing relationships with the EU, while facing hurdles like a tight fiscal settlement and possible tax hikes. Also, insights on Labour government's tax constraints and potential focus on tax-free savings and wealthy individuals' pensions, alongside the significance of tax policies on the government's survival and future terms.
Britain has elected a Labour government for the first time in 14 years. The party inherits a spattered legacy and a country that is often seen as a laughing stock internationally. We consider Sir Keir Starmer’s long to-do list: growing the economy, mending Britain’s reputation…and moving house within 24 hours.
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