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Mon, January 20, 2025

UK's Reeves to tell Davos: 'time to invest in Britain is now'


Published on 2025-01-20 19:20:50 - Reuters
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  • British Finance Minister Rachel Reeves will urge company bosses at the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos, Switzerland, to invest in the UK, emphasising its political and economic stability and pro-business government,

Rachel Reeves, Britain's shadow finance minister, is set to address the World Economic Forum in Davos, promoting the UK as an attractive destination for investment. In her speech, she will argue that the "time to invest in Britain is now," highlighting the potential for economic growth under a future Labour government. Reeves plans to outline Labour's strategy to foster a stable and pro-business environment, emphasizing the need for a government that can provide certainty and confidence to investors. She will also discuss the importance of addressing issues like planning reform, infrastructure investment, and the need for a robust industrial strategy to drive economic recovery and growth. This comes at a time when the UK is looking to recover from economic challenges and re-establish itself as a leading global economy.

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