Labour's Inheritance Tax Plans Spark Redistribution Debate
Leaked recordings reveal Labour's intent to use inheritance tax to address intergenerational inequality, drawing criticism and concern.
- Shadow Treasury Secretary Darren Jones suggests inheritance tax as a tool for wealth redistribution.
- Labour's plan contrasts with Conservative and Reform Party tax cut agendas.
- Critics argue the tax disproportionately affects middle-class families and could harm economic growth.
- Labour has not ruled out increases in inheritance, capital gains, or council taxes.
- The number of estates subject to inheritance tax is projected to increase by 50% in the next Parliament.