Rewarding Failure - New Zealand's Dictator Honoured!

 

Labour's Third Way To Austerity

 

There are normally two ways to austerity:

1 Tax rises, or

2 Spending cuts.

Reeves has found a third way:

Spending cuts and tax rises.

Oh what a time to be alive!

Reeves' Multiple Holes

 

Reeves is having some problems with her maths, as her mysterious black hole of £22BN (which was initially shrunk by the Treasury to £16BN) grew to £40BN and is now standing at £100BN.

This all very surprising, one would have thought that being the tea lady at the Bank of England would have given her a better grasp of finance!

Reeves Explains Why an Increase in Employers' NI is a Tax Increase on Working People

 

Rachel Reeves in 2021 - rises to employers’ national insurance will “make each new recruit more expensive and increase the costs to business”.

“The decision to saddle employers and workers with the jobs tax takes money out of people’s pockets when our economic recovery is not… pic.twitter.com/Zdt2QapL9J

— Calgie (@christiancalgie) October 15, 2024

Rachel Reeves’ Lies - She Will Increases Taxes Working People

 

Rachel Reeves’ recent manoeuvres regarding National Insurance (NI) contributions have exposed a glaring dishonesty in the Labour manifesto. Despite promises not to raise taxes on working people, Reeves is now hinting at increasing NI contributions from employers, a move that is nothing short of a betrayal.

1. Manifesto Breach Labour’s manifesto clearly stated that there would be no increase in National Insurance, income tax, or VAT for working people

Yet, Reeves is now considering raising employer NI contributions, a move that directly contradicts this promise. This is a blatant breach of trust and a clear indication that Labour’s commitments are not worth the paper they’re written on.

2. The Hidden Tax on Workers Raising NI contributions from employers is not just a tax on businesses; it’s a tax on working people. Employers faced with higher NI costs will inevitably pass these costs onto their employees through lower wages, reduced benefits, or even job cuts

This indirect taxation hits workers just as hard, if not harder, than a direct tax increase.

3. Impact on Pension Contributions The proposal to levy NI on employer pension contributions is equally damaging

This move would discourage employers from contributing to their employees’ pensions, undermining the financial security of millions of workers. It’s a stealth tax that erodes the very foundation of retirement savings and places an additional burden on working people.

4. Economic Consequences The economic fallout from these proposed changes cannot be overstated. Higher NI contributions for employers will stifle job creation, reduce investment, and slow economic growth

At a time when the economy is already fragile, this is the last thing we need.

5. A Call for Accountability Rachel Reeves and the Labour government must be held accountable for their deceptive practices. The public deserves transparency and honesty, not broken promises and hidden taxes. It’s time for Labour to come clean and admit that their policies are a direct attack on the very people they claim to represent.

In conclusion, Rachel Reeves’ plans to raise NI contributions from employers and on employer pension contributions are a betrayal of Labour’s manifesto promises and a hidden tax on working people. It’s time for the government to rethink these damaging policies and prioritise the well-being of the nation’s workforce.

 

Starmer Throws My Little Pony Under The Bus

It all started last week when Haigh described P&O as a “rogue operator” in an ITV interview. A DfT press release gave P&O (and its unceremonious firing of nearly 800 workers in a fire and rehire scandal) as an example of how its new workers’ rights package will protect seafarers from dodgy employers. Haigh went further and said she was boycotting the company and encouraged customers to do the same. Cue the anger.

Starmer distanced himself from Haigh’s comments as the government sought to patch things up with owners DP World over the weekend. Now ministers expected the original announcement to be part of the up to £50 billion (h/t the FT) of investments unveiled today.

Elon Musk To Be Made Minister of Anti-Regulation

 

“Maybe you need a minister of anti-regulation,” says former Google CEO Eric Schmidt

— Katherine Griffiths (@GriffithsKath_) October 14, 2024

Labour - 100 Days in Office, 100 Days of Failure!

 

As we mark the 100th day of Labour’s government, there is nothing to celebrate. Instead of delivering on their promises, the Labour administration has stumbled from one failure to the next, leaving the country in a state of disarray.

1. Economic Mismanagement Labour’s economic policies have been nothing short of disastrous. Their attempts to fix the nation’s finances have been met with widespread criticism, and their gloomy outlook has done little to inspire confidence in the markets

The promised economic revival has yet to materialise, and the country is left grappling with uncertainty.

2. Welfare Cuts One of the most controversial moves has been the decision to cut welfare benefits. This has sparked outrage among the most vulnerable in society, who are now facing even greater hardship

The government’s lack of empathy and understanding of the struggles faced by ordinary people is glaringly evident.

3. Internal Power Struggles Labour’s internal power struggles have further undermined their ability to govern effectively. The recent departure of Gray just days before the 100-day mark is a testament to the chaos within the party

Instead of focusing on governance, Labour seems more preoccupied with infighting and power plays.

4. Scandals and Controversies The administration has been plagued by scandals, including a donations scandal that has cast a shadow over their integrity

These controversies have eroded public trust and raised serious questions about the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability.

5. Unpopular Decisions Labour’s decision to deny payments to pensioners has been widely condemned

This move has alienated a significant portion of the electorate and further damaged the government’s already tarnished reputation.

6. Lack of Vision Despite their promises of dramatic change, Labour has failed to deliver any meaningful reforms. Their achievements, if they can be called that, have been overshadowed by a series of errors and misjudgements

The government’s lack of vision and direction is painfully clear.

In conclusion, Labour’s first 100 days in office have been a resounding failure. Their economic mismanagement, welfare cuts, internal power struggles, scandals, unpopular decisions, and lack of vision have left the country worse off. 

Unsurprisingly, Labour and Starmer have abandoned any attempts to celebrate and have decreed that it is for people to decide if the 100 days have been a success.

Well, we all know the answer to that!

Envoy For Nations and Regions MIA

Today is the first meeting of the Council of Nations and Regions. Yet, for reasons known only to herself and No 10, the Envoy for Nations and Regions (Sue Gray) will not be there.

In fact Gary has disappeared from the radar and is, apparently, taking some form of holiday/break whilst she negotiates a large severance package for her 3 months of work.

Miliband's Demented Scheme To Import Biomass From North Korea

 

Ed Miliband’s proposal to import biomass from North Korea is not just misguided—it’s downright reckless. This ill-conceived plan raises serious ethical, environmental, and geopolitical concerns that cannot be ignored.

Firstly, let’s address the elephant in the room: North Korea is subject to international sanctions for its human rights abuses and nuclear ambitions. By engaging in trade with such a regime, the UK risks legitimising and financially supporting a government notorious for its oppressive practices. This move is a slap in the face to the values of human rights and international law that the UK claims to uphold.

Environmentally, the plan is a disaster waiting to happen. Transporting biomass over such long distances significantly increases the carbon footprint, negating any potential environmental benefits. Miliband’s plan is a glaring contradiction to the UK’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable energy practices.

Economically, relying on biomass imports from a politically unstable and isolated country like North Korea introduces a high level of risk and uncertainty. This could lead to supply chain disruptions and increased costs, ultimately burdening UK taxpayers and consumers. It’s a gamble that the UK simply cannot afford to take.

In conclusion, Ed Miliband’s plan to import biomass from North Korea is a dangerous and irresponsible policy. It compromises the UK’s ethical standards, environmental goals, and economic stability. The UK must reject this ill-advised strategy and focus on more sustainable and ethical sources of biomass.

"Barrister Head" Get Shafted By Two Women

 

Like a rabbit caught in the headlights pic.twitter.com/JXPqdS8Axc

— #Marcher (@MarcherReborn) October 8, 2024

Rosie Duffield: 

‘Starmer is how he appears on TV – astonished that anyone dares question him’ 

 "Although, over the years, Starmer often claimed to be having conversations with her, this was simply not the case. 

She finally begged for a meeting just before the election. In the end she got 20 minutes with him. “It was utterly pointless,” she says. 

“He just looks like he does on television, utterly bewildered by being challenged, and affronted as well. He is astonished that anyone dares to question him. 

Friends in the legal profession will say to me, that’s his barrister head, because if you question a barrister, they believe you’re questioning their knowledge of the law and their absolute expertise on their subject. I was questioning him about the two-child benefit cap, and how it looked, and he just seemed baffled." 

“He is a politician who has no political talent. I did mention the gender stuff and that I had never had an apology, I said he never talked to the backbench which is the direct line to constituents." 

“The thing he said that really got to me was when he said: ‘I’ve wasted the last nine years. Rosie, you’ve wasted the last seven.’ And I took a minute. ‘What do you mean?’ And then I said, ‘Keir, I’ve helped over 60,000 constituents. It’s all recorded. I’ve done so much casework. How can you call that a waste of time?’ 

He said: ‘Well, I haven’t been in power.’ 

"Duffield ends by telling me that she likens her time in the Labour Party to an abusive relationship. “It was my party, and they have been consistently unpleasant as a group. They’ve been as unpleasant to be around as my abusive partner and that’s not something I’d say lightly. 

I will feel that sense of relief and freedom that I did when I left that relationship, but it hasn’t sunk in. So I can’t go ‘I’m free’ just yet.”

Baroness Gray Envoy For The Chagos Islands

 

Filling Found For Reeves' £22BN Hole

 

Reeves has been banging on about her mythical £22BN blackhole for some time now. Aside from the fact Labour is spaffing £12BN on foreign governments' fake green projects, Labour is also spaffing £22BN on a massively overpriced and useless carbon capture scheme.

Those projects will remove 3 million tons of CO2 per year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. That would fall far short of a previous government target to capture and store between 20 million to 30 million tons of CO2 per year by the end of the decade.

If those are the only projects supported by this funding, it would represent a cost of about £300 per ton of CO2, roughly eight times the current UK carbon price and more than triple the subsidies offered in the US IRA. The decision follows reporting by Bloomberg earlier this year that the government was considering delaying some CCS projects due to rising costs. 

Stop these absurdly overpriced wasteful projects and, voila your hole is filled!

The Papers Have The Birth Certificate

 

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Beaker's Demented Plan To Keep The Lights On - Flywheels

Beaker's fanatical net zero obsession, that is destroying our economy and energy security, has taken a new twist today.

Conscious of the fact that banning coal, oil and gas will leave the country prone to blackouts; he intends to install flywheels to store energy and come onstream when the national grid falters. All very Heath Robinson maybe; however, it rather ignores a key point (apart from the fact it's bollocks) namely that it will require the creation of a new industry to build these things:

"The scale of the problem is shown by the number of contracts awarded for so-called “stability services” – expected to total more than 100 by the time all are operational, probably in 2026. NESO is now planning to open an entire new stability services market to encourage the construction of more flywheels or other services that back up the grid."

Beaker is intent on destroying this country, and no one is stopping him!

Old King Coal

Old King Coal was a merry old soul,
But Miliband's dreams took a heavy toll.
With visions of green and skies so clear,
He chased a fantasy, year after year.

Gone are the days of soot and grime,
But at what cost, and in whose time?
The mines are closed, the pits are still,
Communities left with an empty till.

Old King Coal, he ruled the land,
With blackened hands and a steady stand.
But now we chase the wind and sun,
Leaving behind what once was done.

Some call it progress, others a jest,
To abandon the past we knew best.
Miliband's policies, a delusional quest,
Left many to struggle, feeling oppressed.

Old King Coal, your reign is done,
But at what price, and who has won?
Miliband's dream, though bold and grand,
Left a trail of despair across the land.

The Silence Will Fall When The Question is Asked

 

Do you hear the Whisper Men?

The Whisper Men are near.

If you hear the Whisper Men

then turn away your ear.

Do not hear the Whisper Men,

whatever else you do.

For once you've heard the Whisper men,

they'll stop and look at you.