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PM has ruled out windfall tax on energy giants

Accentism – discriminating against someone because of their accent – has a long history in the UK, where the way someone speaks is often an easy way to tell their social class. People with working-class accents are frequently criticised and encouraged to speak “properly”. This is true even for people…

The Prime Minister promised support for businesses struggling with bills for six months, with targeted support for vulnerable firms beyond that.

Communities secretary defends decision not to extend windfall tax as Liz Truss unveils support package

The pair made familiar sideswipes on economic policy as they faced questions on a range of topics in Norwich.

Rishi Sunak also insisted he would ‘always support’ a Conservative government despite his strident attacks on his rival’s tax-cutting policies.

Both candidates offered eye-catching policies to woo local Tory voters, even as the cost-of-living crisis overshadows the contest.

Shadow minister Ed Miliband says pensioners will go cold and bills will stay high if next occupant of No 10 fails to act fast

This week’s widely feared increase will fuel growing debate in the UK about how well the policy is working

Scoffing on a snack might seem like a failsafe way to project a populist image, but politicians are often left wishing they'd never bothered after being photographed eating awkwardly

Labour's shadow climate change secretary Ed Miliband accused the government of being "asleep at the wheel" after the bombshell resignation. by Christine Farnish