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General election 2024 timings: key dates for King’s Speech and next Budget
The 2024 general election has returned a Labour government. But when do we find out what Sir Keir Starmer's administration will do in power?
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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What does Labour’s landslide victory mean for financial markets?
The Labour Party secured a landslide victory overnight, with Keir Starmer becoming the newest UK Prime Minister. What does it mean for the UK stock market?
By Katie Williams Published
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Will Labour introduce a retirement tax?
Rishi Sunak said a Labour government would subject the state pension "to a retirement tax”. Is this claim true? And what else could Labour do to pensions?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Return of Larry Ellison: the god of Silicon Valley
Larry Ellison, the founder of Oracle, was a pioneer of the US tech scene in the 1970s. The AI boom has given him a new lease of life.
By Jane Lewis Published
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What does the Labour election win mean for your money? Key manifesto points after landslide
News The Labour election win was not as large as some polls had predicted. But the new government’s majority will mean it can enact significant changes.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Labour vs Conservatives: What are their policies and where are they in the polls?
We look at the policies of Labour vs Conservatives. What’s in their manifestos and what do the polls say?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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General election: what do the final polls tell us?
Now that polling stations are open, the opinion polls have closed. Here’s what they looked like last night.
By Katie Williams Published
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General election: which party has the best policies for you?
In one day’s time, you get to decide our next Prime Minister. From the young vote to the pensioner vote, which party is doing the most to win you round?
By Katie Williams Last updated
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How to vote at the 2024 general election
In this piece, we explain how to vote on polling day. We also explain how to register to vote and apply for a postal vote at future UK elections.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated