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Darling considers fiscal reform after 'squeeze'

Darling considers fiscal reform after 'squeeze'

The chancellor has revealed he is mulling over fiscal reform as the economic downturn continues to put a 'squeeze' on the British... Full Story

Govt ministers 'couldn't run private companies'
Government ministers would not have the skills or background to run a private company, a new survey suggests. Full Story
Treasury may bend fiscal rules
The Treasury looks set to bend its own rules on borrowing – the same rules upon which Gordon Brown staked his reputation as chancellor. Full Story

Unions present demands to govt
The government is being presented with a list of 130 coordinated demands by Britain's trade unions, it has been reported. Full Story
Compensation demand Equitable Life customers
Victims of the near-collapse of Equitable Life in 2000 should receive compensation, the Parliamentary Ombudsman has decided. Full Story

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Opinion: Europe must restore our trust
Earlier this year there was a press feeding-frenzy over MEPs and their expenses.more

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The politics of outrage A presumptive presidential nominee, dressed up as a terrorist? It's no surprise Barack Obama was offended. Full Story	The week in Westminster Some weeks in Westminster are about issues - not this one. Full Story
Opinion: By-election loss would not necessarily be end for Gordon Losing the Glasgow by-election would be a blow, but big swings to the SNP are not unprecedented, argues YouGov president Peter Kellner in an online essay for the Fabian Society. Full Story	PMQ analysis: Getting the knives out A nasty little PMQ's today, as David Cameron grabbed three or four different issues and tried to make the prime minister bleed a little before he set off on his summer holiday. Full Story

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