Conservative Party (UK)
The latest news, updates and opinions on Conservative Party from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Who will be the next prime minister and what are the bookies’ odds?
News The Tory leadership contest is in its final phase. Matthew Partridge reports on the contest and looks at who the bookies’ favourite is.
By Dr Matthew Partridge Published
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The public may have reached its limit for tax rises
Editor's letter The UK tax burden is now at a 70-year high. And, while there may be some reason to hold off on cuts right now, taxes are too high because the state tries to do too much. Perhaps it should do less, says Merryn Somerset Webb.
By Merryn Somerset Webb Published
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The tax cut that would do most good
Opinion Tory leadership candidates are promising tax cuts. Matthew Lynn explains which one the winner should prioritise.
By Matthew Lynn Published
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Boris Johnson's exit leaves Britain with a towering in-tray
Briefings Britain’s economic problems are rapidly piling up after the last few years of drift and chaos. What should we do first?
By Simon Wilson Published
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You can’t ignore politics anymore – here’s what that means for your money
Analysis As the world converged on a liberal democratic consensus, it seemed for a while that politics didn’t matter. But things are very different now, says John Stepek. The world is diverging, and that means anything could happen. Here’s what it means for you.
By John Stepek Published
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What the UK’s no-confidence vote means for the pound
News Boris Johnson is to face a vote of confidence in Parliament after a group of Conservative MPs turned against him. Saloni Sardana looks at what it might mean for the pound.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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Here’s what the Spring Statement means for your money
Analysis David Prosser looks into the details of Rishi Sunak's "jam tomorrow" Spring Statement and explains just what it means for you and your money.
By David Prosser Published
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What the rise in National Insurance contributions means for you
Briefings National Insurance contributions are due to increase from 6 April. Saloni Sardana explains the reasons behind the rise, and how much it will cost you.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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How to invest as we move to a hydrogen economy
Cover Story The government has started to roll out its plans for switching us over from fossil fuels to hydrogen and renewable energy. Should investors buy in? Stuart Watkins reports.
By Stuart Watkins Last updated
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