The Papers: Reeves 'renewing Britain' or 'reckless splurge'?

Chancellor's Spending Review "renewing Britain" with NHS and defence as big winners, but critics warn of "reckless splurge" and "tax pain". Despite a reported charm offensive to Labour MPs, concerns about future tax rises grow. Some departments face funding squeezes, making tax hikes "inevitable" by mid-2026, economists predict.