Budget week is coming, and I’m struggling to see how any of it helps people like me trying to build a life in Britain
By Eamon Shahir
It is a challenging time to live in the UK, inflation remains high, and many are grappling with the out-of-control cost of living.
To add insult to injury, the Labour government is likely bringing tax rises, further punishing those who are trying to make a living in this country.
It’s no wonder that many working people are feeling let down by Labour and disengaged with the upcoming Budget.
If you are a young, hard-working person in the UK, the future doesn’t feel bright. Even if you manage to make more money, you will pass a higher tax threshold, be taxed more and be worse off.
These policies punish ambition, driving workers to aim low to reduce........





















Toi Staff
Sabine Sterk
Gideon Levy
Penny S. Tee
Waka Ikeda
Daniel Orenstein
Grant Arthur Gochin