OBR Chief Resigns Amid Budget Scandal, Pressure on Reeves
OBR chair Richard Hughes resigns after budget document leak. Chancellor Rachel Reeves and PM Keir Starmer defend their economic plans amid growing political pressure. Read the full analysis.
Category : Search result: Congressional Budget Office
OBR official criticises pre-budget leaks for causing damage
OBR's Prof David Miles tells MPs that pre-budget leaks spread damaging misconceptions, contradicting government briefings and potentially harming economic growth. Read the full hearing details.
Guardian corrects government spending chart and obituary
The Guardian has published corrections to a government expenditure chart that mislabelled £400bn and omitted £62bn, and an obituary for architect Christopher Mullan. Read the full details of the amendments.
Reeves Denies Misleading Public Over Budget Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her budget tax rises, denying she misled the public over OBR forecasts. Timeline reveals key details of the fiscal standoff.
Starmer Binds Himself to Chancellor Reeves Amid Budget Fallout
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves, revealing he considered an income tax manifesto breach. Analysis shows the budget was driven by political survival, not ambition. Read the full story.
OBR vs Treasury: Ministers' Fiscal 'Theatre of Errors'
The Treasury is accused of undermining the OBR's forecasts, creating a 'theatre of errors' that risks UK economic stability. Read our analysis of the fiscal rules clash.
Reeves Accused of Misleading on OBR Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of misrepresenting OBR economic forecasts to justify tax rises. Keir Starmer defends his chancellor as the autumn budget looms.
OBR chair quits over early budget release
Richard Hughes, chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, has resigned following an investigation into the premature publication of Rachel Reeves's budget. Read the full report.
Budget watchdog chief quits over accidental leak
The head of the Office for Budget Responsibility has stepped down after forecasts were published 40 minutes before the Chancellor's speech, causing uproar in Parliament. Read the full story.
OBR calls budget leak 'worst failure' in its history
The UK's budget watchdog says a pre-budget leak was its worst failure in 15 years, blaming leadership and weak IT security. Read the full investigation findings.
OBR report leaked twice due to staff technical errors
The OBR's fiscal report was leaked before the Budget due to technical errors, marking its 'worst failure' in 15 years. The watchdog pledges major changes to its publication process.
Investigation: OBR Leadership Responsible for Budget Leak
An inquiry finds the premature release of Rachel Reeves's budget was due to OBR leadership failures, not foreign cyber activity. Get the latest updates.
PM Starmer denies misleading public on budget finances
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer rejects claims he misled the public on the UK's public finances ahead of the budget, citing a £16bn OBR productivity review. Read the full story.
PM and Chancellor questioned over budget 'black hole' claims
Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves as a new podcast probes whether they exaggerated the budget deficit to justify tax rises. Plus, EU defence talks stall and OBR head in the spotlight.
London's Wet Start to December with Met Office Warnings
London faces a soaking start to December with heavy rain forecast. The Met Office warns of 'significant' rain hazards and potential flooding in South Wales. Get the full weekly weather outlook.
Georgia Prepares for Life After Marjorie Taylor Greene
As Marjorie Taylor Greene announces her 2026 resignation, her Georgia district's voters voice concerns over economic pressures and political division. Discover the local impact.
23 Unique Gifts Under £10 for 2025 Holidays
Discover 23 budget-friendly gifts under £10 that deliver exceptional value. Perfect for Secret Santa, stocking fillers, and thoughtful presents without breaking the bank.
Third Post Office IT system conviction referred
Former sub-postmaster Gareth Snow's 2001 conviction, linked to the faulty APS/APT system, is referred to the Court of Appeal. Could this be the next Horizon scandal?
OBR Budget Leak: Former Spook Leads Probe
The OBR's entire Budget forecast was published online 40 minutes early. Ex-security chief Ciaran Martin is now investigating the serious breach. Read the full details.
Judges allow Republican-drawn NC congressional map
A federal panel permits North Carolina's new GOP-drawn congressional map, targeting the state's sole swing district. Explore the implications for the 2026 elections and US House control.
OBR Leaks Budget 40 Minutes Early, Sparks Investigation
The Office for Budget Responsibility accidentally published its full budget analysis online 40 minutes before the Chancellor's speech, moving markets and prompting a major inquiry. Discover the full story behind the breach.
Labour's Budget: Gains for Families, Cuts Looming
Rachel Reeves' first budget lifts 350,000 children from poverty but faces OBR warnings of future Osborne-style cuts. Analysis of the fiscal strategy and its impact on public services.
Political Cartoon Satirises Rachel Reeves' Budget
Ben Jennings' latest cartoon offers sharp commentary on Rachel Reeves' budget announcement. Discover the artist's take on UK economic policy through powerful visual satire.
Reeves' Budget Speech Delivers No Surprises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget speech contained no surprises after policy leaks. The OBR accidentally published the full budget online before delivery. Read analysis.
Budget 2025: How Your Finances Are Affected
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the 2025 Budget. Discover how her announcements on Wednesday 26 November impact your personal finances with our interactive calculator.
Labour's Tax and Spend Budget Gamble Analysed
In-depth analysis of Chancellor Rachel Reeves's autumn budget. Has her tax and spending gamble done enough to silence critics? Read our full breakdown.
Labour's Budget: £26bn Tax Rises Hit Working Families
Rachel Reeves delivers Benefits Budget with £26bn tax increases despite previous pledges. Frozen thresholds and new charges will cost hardworking families. Read the analysis.
Rachel Reeves' Budget: £26bn Tax Rise Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second Budget introduces £26bn in tax rises. Use our guide to understand how the new fiscal measures will impact your personal finances.
Salary Sacrifice Pension Cap: £2,000 Limit from 2029
Chancellor Rachel Reeves caps salary sacrifice pension contributions at £2,000 annually from 2029, affecting high earners and raising £4.7bn. Discover the impact on retirement savings.
Trump's Gerrymandering Push Meets Bipartisan Resistance
Donald Trump's campaign for mid-decade congressional redistricting faces unexpected resistance from Republican and Democratic state lawmakers, threatening his plan to secure a GOP House majority.
Page 2 of 4