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UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

From Westminster to Manchester, UK Today breaks down daily news across politics, culture, business, and sports. Get fast updates on British affairs.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:24

Scottish Impact: Reeves' Budget Freezes Tax...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Chancellor Rachel Reeves budget impacts Scotland indirectly, with the freezing of income tax personal allowance affecting more workers. The scrapping of the two-child benefit cap benefits ninety-five thousand children, potentially freeing funds for other initiatives. Significant funding is allocated to Grangemouth, Inchgreen, and Kirkcaldy for low-carbon transitions and job creation. The minimum wage increases, with over-twenty-ones seeing a four point one percent rise and younger workers an eight

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2:26

Rachel Reeves' Tax Surge: Highest Burden in 300 Years

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Rachel Reeves, as the UKs first female Chancellor, has significantly increased the tax burden on Britons, with the tax-to-GDP ratio projected to reach its highest level in over three centuries. Her latest Budget introduced twenty-four new taxes or increases, raising an additional thirty billion pounds annually by 2031-32. This includes twelve point seven billion pounds from freezing tax thresholds, affecting five point two million Britons and pushing four point eight million more into higher tax

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1:41

Duchess of Northumberland's Royal Title Critique

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

The Duchess of Northumberland, Jane Percy, recently sparked controversy with comments perceived as criticism towards Meghan Markle and Sarah Ferguson. She suggested that some duchesses, hinting at Meghan and Sarah, may not be using their titles effectively. Jane, known for her work in transforming Alnwick Castles gardens, emphasizes her success comes from hard work, not privilege. Her remarks have ignited discussions on the responsibilities and perceptions of royal titles in todays society.The Daily

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2:01

Rachel Reeves Announces Pension Tax Change: Salary...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Rachel Reeves introduces a new tax on salary sacrifice pension contributions, generating billions for the government. Starting April 2029, contributions over £2,000 annually will be subject to national insurance, affecting both employees and employers. This move aims to protect low and middle-income earners, as the cost of salary sacrifice is projected to triple by 2030. However, experts warn that this change could negatively impact the take-home pay of millions and potentially reduce overall

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1:37

Quiet Divorce: Living Apart Together

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Quiet Divorce: A Growing Trend of Emotionally Disengaging in MarriageThis podcast episode explores the concept of quiet divorce, where couples emotionally disconnect while still living together. Its a strategy to maintain a comfortable routine without the emotional demands of a deeply engaged marriage. People choose this path for various reasons, such as avoiding the difficulties and costs of a formal divorce or finding personal freedom. Some even view it as a positive move, allowing them to pursue

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1:50

Swiss Woman Lost $100K in Brad Pitt Romance Scam

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Patricia, a Swiss pensioner, fell for a sophisticated online romance scam, believing she was in a relationship with Brad Pitt. She lost nearly $100,000, sending money for meetings and medical expenses. The scam unraveled when she realized shed been deceived, highlighting the growing threat of online romance scams.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:44

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's Titles Removed

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2025/11/26

The Royal Familys official website has removed Andrew Mountbatten-Windsors titles, reflecting his lack of public standing following allegations of sexual assault and his failure to cooperate with US investigations into Jeffrey Epsteins sex trafficking operations. This change comes after the King stripped him of his prince title and dukedom, and local authorities in Northern Ireland are renaming a street named after him.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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2:25

Leaked Calls: Kremlin Aide, Trump Envoy Discussed

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Leaked phone calls between Kremlin aide and Trump envoy spark intrigue; Bloomberg publishes transcripts without source, Ushakov confirms authenticity, motive unclear; US intelligence agencies, European services potentially involved.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:49

UK Gambling Industry Faces Massive Tax Hike

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

UK Online Casinos and Bookmakers Face Significant Tax Hike: Rachel Reeves Announces Billions in Additional Duties for British Gambling IndustryThe Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:36

Royal Marine's Car Attack on Liverpool Fans

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Former Royal Marine Paul Doyle faces a lengthy prison sentence for driving his car into a crowd of Liverpool football fans, injuring 134 people and causing serious harm to 29. His initial claim of escaping a knifeman was debunked, revealing his road rage as the motive. Dashcam footage shows him swearing at fans and deliberately driving into the crowd. Despite initial claims of sobriety and no car defects, Doyle pleaded guilty and is set to be sentenced next month.The Daily News Now! — Every city

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2:14

Government Faces £1.4B Annual Asylum Spending Risk

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

The Office for Budget Responsibility warns of a significant spending risk in the governments plan to reduce small boat crossings and close asylum hotels, potentially requiring an extra one point four billion pounds each year by twenty twenty-eight, twenty twenty-nine. The number of people arriving by small boats and those in supported asylum accommodation has risen by nineteen and eight percent respectively, putting pressure on budgets and increasing the demand for asylum accommodation. The Home

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1:51

Ghani Criticizes Government Over Budget Leaks

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Deputy Speaker Nusrat Ghani took center stage during Budget debates, criticizing the government for leaking Budget details. She expressed displeasure over the Office for Budget Responsibilitys early disclosure of Budget information, which she deemed disrespectful to Parliament. Ghani also condemned Treasury ministers for extensive pre-Budget briefings, a trend she noted had been growing for years. Meanwhile, Chancellor Rachel Reeves was unaware of the error until she found out from a colleague, and

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1:43

Amber's Tragic Death After Tonsil Surgery

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Amber Milnes, a five-year-old girl, tragically passed away days after a routine tonsil removal surgery. Despite her parents concerns about her cyclical vomiting syndrome, she was discharged home. Later, she suffered a hemorrhage and died. The inquest into her death emphasizes the importance of post-operative care and communication between medical staff and families.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:52

UK's Climate Policies Scrutinized: New Drilling Allowed

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

UK Governments Climate Policies Under Scrutiny: Balancing Economic Viability and Environmental ConcernsThe UK governments climate policies are facing intense scrutiny following Energy Secretary Ed Milibands return from the Cop thirty climate conference. While Miliband advocated for the UKs commitment to ban new oil and gas licenses and transition away from fossil fuels, new domestic plans reveal a more complex approach. The government plans to allow some new drilling in existing oil and gas fields,

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1:38

UK Bans New Oil Exploration, Balances Jobs & Climate

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

The UK government has announced a major shift in energy policy, ruling out new North Sea oil and gas exploration. This decision, outlined in a strategy paper by Energy Secretary Ed Miliband, aims to balance climate commitments with job protection in the North Sea industry. The government will not issue new licenses for oil and gas field searches but will allow existing projects linked to production fields to proceed. However, the industry group Offshore Energies UK warns that current tax policies

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1:55

Welsh Government Gets £505M Boost, Tax Changes & More

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

The Chancellors budget allocates an extra £505 million to the Welsh government over four years, with a focus on day-to-day services and infrastructure projects. Income tax rates will remain frozen until 2031, and Welsh ministers gain more borrowing flexibility. The two-child benefit cap is lifted, affecting over 21,000 households. The state pension increases by 4.8% in 2025, and new tax changes for electric and hybrid vehicles are introduced.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered

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1:47

Budget Unveiled: Tax Hikes, Welfare Boosts, and More

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Rachel Reeves Budget: A Mixed Bag for BritonsRachel Reeves, the Chancellor, has presented a new budget with thirty billion pounds in tax increases, affecting most Britons, particularly middle-class families. Welfare benefits are rising, and the two-child benefits cap is removed, benefiting low-income families. However, salary sacrifice for pensions will no longer be tax-exempt, and more workers will enter higher tax brackets due to the extended tax threshold freeze. Property owners with homes over

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1:52

Rachel Reeves' Budget: Stealth Taxes & Higher Tax Burden

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Rachel Reeves budget unveils significant tax hikes, including stealth taxes, pension adjustments, and a new mansion tax, aiming to raise £26 billion. Over 1.7 million people face higher income tax due to frozen thresholds, while pension savers are targeted by new rules. The overall tax burden is set to reach a record 38.3% of the economy by 2031, with working families bearing the brunt.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:45

Drugged Job Interviews: French Civil Servant's...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

In France, a shocking criminal investigation unfolds as over 240 women allege they were drugged during job interviews by a senior civil servant, Christian Nègre. The women claim Nègre offered them drinks laced with a diuretic, causing them to urgently need to urinate. This alleged scheme took place over nine years at the French culture ministry. One victim, Sylvie Delezenne, recounted her experience from 2015, feeling increasingly ill and having to relieve herself in public. The alleged assaults

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2:00

Badenoch Blasts Reeves: 'Worst Chancellor Ever'

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/26

Kemi Badenoch delivers scathing critique of Rachel Reeves budget, labeling it most chaotic and Budget for Benefit Street. She accuses Reeves of raising taxes disproportionately, breaking manifesto promises, and losing government credibility.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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