Sir Keir Starmer has given a speech in the West Midlands ahead of his government's long-awaited first budget on Wednesday. The prime minister offered what our political correspondent Liz Bates described as the 'clearest expression yet' that taxes will be going up.
Sir Keir Starmer has given a speech this morning ahead of his government's long-awaited first budget on Wednesday.
Here are the main things you need to know:The prime minister again warned of a 'long, difficult path' to change Britain, but promised his budget for 'working people' would 'fix the foundations' for businesses and the public;He said it would include £240m to help people back into work and invest in public services to prevent 'devastating austerity';Another announcement teased was a £3 bus fare cap until the end of next year, with the current £2 cap...
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