Labour Tax Increases Threaten Middle-Class Families

Middle-class families in the UK are projected to face an £8,000 increase in their tax bills in 2025 due to a series of tax hikes implemented by the Labour government. Analysis indicates that families will see significant financial strain from increased council tax, VAT on private school fees, and other levies, with a typical household expecting an additional £7,730 in taxation. Shadow Business Secretary Andrew Griffith has criticized the government's approach, labeling it as 'completely unacceptable' and indicative of a disconnect with the realities faced by middle Britain. Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who raised taxes by £40 billion in her first budget, has not ruled out further increases. The Institute for Fiscal Studies has warned that the rising tax burden will lead to unprecedented financial pressure on families. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson defended the VAT on private school fees, claiming it reflects a necessary shift away from tax breaks seen as unaffordable.