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Is Reeves responsible for inflation spike?

ended 19. February 2025

With the ONS saying VAT on school fees was a key contributor to January's higher than expected inflation number - 3% - and inflation expected to rise further when the NI increases  announced in the Budget hit home in April, Chancellor Rachel Reeves is once again under fire. We're looking for quick video responses of 10-15 seconds to the following two questions. Either record live or upload a video from your iPhone or, if you're on Android, you can upload a video response via the web app. Deadline is 14:00 as we'll issue your shorts to the media early this afternoon.

  • Is Reeves to blame for the rise in inflation?
  • Should she resign as Chancellor?

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Scott Gallacher
Director at Rowley Turton
Is Rachel Reeves to blame for the rise in inflation?
"Inflation has many causes, but the ONS data shows VAT on school fees was a key factor. That was a political choice—arguably more ideological than necessary. So yes, Reeves bears some responsibility, but the real test comes when her NI hikes take effect."

Should she resign as Chancellor?
"No, she inherited a poisoned chalice, and I suspect some Conservatives are quietly relieved they lost. But with rising inflation and stagnant growth, pressure is mounting—she needs to turn this around fast."