Finance
Cable sets out economic vision, but tax policy could be more “radical”
Vince Cable set out his economic manifesto today. But he conceded that his party's flagship tax policy was not as radical as other approaches to redistribution.
Darling must listen to MPs’ call for High Pay Commission
The bankers' windfall tax has failed to curb the bonus culture. The Government should listen to over 100 MPs and announce a High Pay Commission.
BoJo out on a limb over bankers’ bonus
Boris Johnson has spoken out against the bankers' bonus tax. Not only is he at odds with his own party and the Government, but also with leading economists.
Clarke: Won’t defend bonuses but will do nothing to curtail them
Shadow Business Secretary unenthusiastic about 50 per cent tax on bankers’ bonuses, implying it would be unenforcable and therefore not worth doing.
Pressure increases on RBS to give up bonuses
Some bankers could receive bonuses worth £15 million with hundreds at RBS set to gain. Go Fourth has relaunched its 'Give Up the Bonus' campaign.
Cameron’s policy-lite approach to health and safety
David Cameron played to the gallery today with a speech on health and safety. It was light on detail and perpetuated existing myths.