Burnham predicted to raise taxes for ‘fundamental’ cost of living support
Andy Burnham will struggle to deliver “fundamental” cost of living support without raising taxes, economists have warned, after a spike in government bond yields in recent weeks. Higher than expected government borrowing in July has deepened problems for the UK’s public finances, narrowing the range of extra cost of li
Energy price rises overshadow Burnham’s cost-of-living tour
OFGEM’S 13 per cent hike to the gas and electricity price cap puts Andy Burnham’s “cost-of-living” tour in perspective.
Chancellor John Healey is reduced to citing Burnham’s previous announcements on bus fares and reduced VAT as evidence government is serious about reducing household costs, while blaming the Iran confl
September Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 16 days
The September Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be sent to recipients in 16 days. SSI payments are typically issued on the first day of each month. The program supports people with limited income who are blind, age 65 or older, or have a qualifying disability. The amount beneficiaries receiv