London and Stamford building up its war chest

Childcare costs for under-threes have halved following the introduction of free childcare support last year - but some people still face higher costs

By Ruth Jackson-Kirby Published 20 March 25

As the chancellor puts the final touches to next week’s Spring Statement, there are growing calls for a 2% wealth tax to be introduced. Campaigners say it would tackle economic inequality and raise billions of pounds in revenue

By Ruth Emery Published 19 March 25