Rachel Reeves
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Rachel Reeves
Chancellor of the Exchequer
Labour Leaders' Luxury: Starmer and Reeves Dodge Energy Hikes with 'Cap' on Downing Street Bills
- Tuesday, 01 April 2025
Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves, the PM and Chancellor, respectively, are exempt from some of the April bill hikes due to the "cap" on bills at their Downing Street flats. They only pay 10% of their ministerial salaries (£3,000) towards utilities and expenses, which won't increase. Additionally, they benefit from low council tax rates in Westminster, with a Band H charge of £2,034 for their residences, compared to over £5,000 in Rutland.
