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The tax change Starmer is being urged to do to improve UK finances
Sir Keir Starmer is facing growing pressure to introduce a wealth tax to address a significant shortfall in public finances.
New polling indicates that 91 per cent of Labour members support taxing the rich more, with 84 per cent also advocating for an end to the two-child benefit cap.
Senior Labour figures, including Angela Rayner and Anneliese Dodds, have previously urged consideration of wealth taxes as an alternative to departmental cuts.
The survey also highlights widespread concern among Labour members regarding party discipline, with 74 per cent believing challenging controversial legislation should not result in suspension.
Critics within the party warn that the leadership is out of step with its membership and risks losing support if it does not adopt a more progressive policy direction.
