GBP: Welfare Bill Turnback Raises Prospects of Autumn Tax Increases

GBP: Welfare Bill Turnback Raises Prospects of Autumn Tax Increases

By tredu.com 7/2/2025

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GBP: Welfare Bill Turnback Raises Prospects of Autumn Tax Increases

GBP: Welfare Bill Reversal Raises Autumn Tax Rise Prospects

The British government has dropped a proposed £5 billion cut in the welfare benefits bill after a rebellion organized by Labour backbenchers, including landlords. This reversal may not only increase the likelihood of tax hikes in the upcoming autumn budget but also raise questions about the stability of Prime Minister Starmer’s leadership within his party.

Market watchers and UK taxpayers should closely monitor further political developments as these fiscal decisions unfold.

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