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Labour ‘not looking to raise taxes to fund benefits’ as Mandelson messages suggest

Labour MPs are not seeking tax increases to fund benefits, according to Nick Thomas-Symonds.
Thomas-Symonds says Labour’s welfare focus is on opportunities for work rather than expanding benefits.
The messages were released as part of a wider disclosure about Peter Mandelson’s appointment as UK ambassador to the US.
Thomas-Symonds confirms he did not release his own messages due to a stolen phone but described them verbally.
Labour’s stance ties to funding welfare through pensions and the triple lock, as argued by Thomas-Symonds.
The leaked WhatsApps are part of a broader transparency effort following a humble address motion.
Pat McFadden’s comments are cited as the origin of the tax-and-benefits debate, per the leaked messages.
The Guardian frames the messages within UK politics live updates and ongoing party scrutiny.
Mandelson’s appointment to the United States and ensuing sacking provide background for the controversy.

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