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Lib Dems

Ed Davey promises £17bn income-tax cuts funded by closer EU ties

Sir Ed Davey has promised £17 billion of income-tax cuts by the end of the next Parliament, funded through growth the Liberal Democrats believe would follow Britain rejoining the EU Single Market and a customs union.

By Charlotte Mercer • 22 September 2026 • 4 min read
Labour

Burnham to press EU for UK inclusion in ‘Made in Europe’ scheme

Prime Minister Andy Burnham is expected to argue that Britain should be treated as a trusted partner under the EU’s emerging ‘Made in Europe’ rules, amid concern over the effect on UK steel and automotive supply chains.

By Charlotte Mercer • 22 September 2026 • 3 min read