What Rayner as PM could mean for your taxes, welfare and immigration
Angela Rayner is seen as a frontrunner to succeed Sir Keir Starmer as Labour leader and potentially Prime Minister, with her policies indicating a possible shift to the left on taxes, welfare, and employment rights. Rayner's track record suggests she may target tax increases on the richest individuals and big businesses, and be more open to direct price controls.
Labour is poised for a possible leadership contest this summer ahead of local elections. If Sir Keir Starmer stands down, Angela Rayner is seen as a frontrunner to succeed him. Rayner has backed Starmer but has also worked to bolster her own position within Labour, making high-profile policy interventions. She has suggested targeted tax increases on the richest individuals and big businesses, and proposed higher taxes on banks and taxing dividends more highly. Rayner has also called for a renewed focus on tackling the cost of living crisis and investment in public services and infrastructure. As Prime Minister, she could push to fulfil Labour's manifesto promises, including stronger employment rights and continuing to raise the minimum wage.
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