Healey
Coverage of Healey in the Nexus archive.
- Healey warned to limit Budget borrowing amid bond sell-off
Healey has been warned regarding limiting Budget borrowing amid a bond sell-off. Despite this warning, allies state that the new chancellor plans to remain 'well within' Labour’s fiscal rules.
- Healey to deliver Budget on October 28
Healey will deliver the Budget on October 28. The Chancellor stated a commitment to Labour’s fiscal rules and redistributing power and money away from Westminster.
- What are PuFins and how do Burnham and Healey plan to use them?
The article discusses PuFins, state-owned institutions intended to stimulate private-sector activity. Mayors Burnham and Healey aim to use these entities more flexibly.
- A stealth fighter jet could blow a hole in Healey’s budget
A stealth fighter jet project could impact Healey’s budget, requiring Tempest and the GCAP to overcome the history of failed joint national projects. The article highlights challenges in executing such collaborative defense initiatives.
- Shares in UK defence groups rise on hopes Healey will boost military spending
Shares in UK defence groups are rising as investors hope the new chancellor will increase military spending to ensure national safety. The chancellor has previously stated that additional funding is required to maintain security.
- FTSE 100 Live: Pound Steady After Healey Named Chancellor
Healey was named Chancellor, and the pound remained steady. The FTSE 100 is being monitored for market reactions.
- Burnham stuns Labour MPs by choosing Healey as new chancellor
UK Prime Minister Burnham's selection of Healey as the new chancellor has surprised Labour MPs. Healey, a former defense minister, was chosen despite the unexpected decision.
- Gov. Healey should reject the federal education voucher program
The article argues against Massachusetts Governor Healey joining a federal school voucher program proposed under the Trump administration's Project 2025, citing historical ties to segregation and risks to public education quality. It highlights tax-credit scholarships that favor private school funding over public schools, with no accountability for academic standards or special needs education.
- Don’t ban data centers. Build better rules.
Massachusetts is addressing the debate over hyperscale data centers by promoting regulated development rather than bans. While Lowell imposed a one-year moratorium, Everett is considering zoning limits, and Governor Healey supports a tax exemption for large data centers to boost economic growth in AI, clean energy, and health care.
- Revealed: Healey's 'stand up row' with Reeves - and how Starmer's decision to back his Chancellor forced the defence secretary to quit
Healey and Reeves had a conflict, and Starmer's decision to back the Chancellor led the defense secretary to resign.
- Healey vows to 'Back British' in future defence spending as allies question UK's commitment to stealth fighter and submarine projects
Healey vows to increase defence spending in the future, focusing on 'Back British' initiatives, amidst questions from allies about the UK's commitment to stealth fighter and submarine projects. The move aims to reassure partners about the UK's dedication to defence collaborations. Allies have been questioning the UK's involvement in key projects.