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Politics

Raising Taxes Won’t Solve the UK’s Deficit Issues, Says IMF

The IMF has advised Chancellor Rachel Reeves that tough decisions are crucial for reducing the UK’s deficit. These could involve imposing higher taxes on regular workers or rethinking existing financial commitments such as the pensions triple lock or NHS funding. However, raising taxes might not actually increase revenue.

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Crime

Arrest Made in 30-Year-Old Murder Case

Police have arrested a man in connection with the murder of Shona Stevens, a woman who tragically died 31 years ago. She was found severely injured near her home in Irvine, North Ayrshire, back in 1994.