Reform Public Procurement to Boost UK Growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform the UK's £400bn public procurement system, criticised as bureaucratic and costly, to drive economic growth and savings.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform the UK's £400bn public procurement system, criticised as bureaucratic and costly, to drive economic growth and savings.
B&Q CEO Graham Bell calls for no more tax surprises and business rates reform ahead of Autumn Budget. Retail leader warns crumbling growth needs foundation fix. Read the exclusive interview.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has denied a £1bn emergency funding request from Health Secretary Wes Streeting to cover NHS redundancy payouts for 18,000 staff. Discover the implications for the health service.
Discover Guy Venables' latest Metro daily cartoon from November 11, 2025. Plus, explore related stories about Rachel Reeves' budget and Trump vs BBC legal battle.
Rachel Reeves faces criticism over self-imposed fiscal rules forcing tax rise debates. Experts suggest alternatives as Labour navigates economic challenges. Read analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a bleak jobs market as her business tax hikes are linked to rising unemployment. Can the upcoming budget avoid choking off growth?
Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves confirm the two-child benefit cap will be lifted in the budget, a move costing £2.8bn aimed at tackling child poverty. Read the latest.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves suggests scrapping the two-child benefit cap in the 2025 Budget, potentially boosting finances for larger families and tackling child poverty.
US President Donald Trump threatens legal action against the BBC. With 15 days until the budget, a former Obama strategist challenges Sam's take. Explore the latest in UK politics.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential tax threshold freezes, breaking an election promise. Discover what the 2025 Budget could mean for your income and finances.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves may introduce a 3p pay-per-mile charge for electric vehicles in the Autumn Budget. Learn how this new road pricing rule could impact drivers and the UK's transition to EVs.
UK unemployment climbs to 5%, its highest in four years, creating a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves's upcoming budget. Explore the implications for interest rates and the economy.
UK unemployment jumps to 5%, the highest since late 2020. Critics blame the Chancellor's tax policies as the budget approaches. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares for November budget, hinting at breaking tax pledges to avoid public spending cuts while considering scrapping the two-child benefit cap.
Exclusive poll reveals public fury over potential tax rises with two-thirds demanding Chancellor's resignation. Labour faces political crisis as Reform leads voting intentions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates breaking manifesto tax pledges and lifting two-child benefit cap in November budget. Get the latest political analysis.
As the Autumn Budget looms, experts argue the government should be flexible on tax promises. Will voters accept rises for better public services? Read the analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to cap tax-free pension contributions at £2,000 annually. Discover how this budget change could affect your retirement savings and national insurance payments.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals plan to abolish two-child benefit cap, potentially lifting 350,000 children from poverty. Budget announcement expected this month.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves indicates Labour may abandon key manifesto commitments due to worse-than-expected economic inheritance. Budget to focus on NHS waiting lists and growth.
Exclusive analysis reveals the potential tax hikes Chancellor Rachel Reeves might be considering for the upcoming budget, from income tax changes to property levies.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as Conservative MPs demand her resignation if she breaks Labour's manifesto pledge and increases income tax, National Insurance, or VAT.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to spare Britain's banking sector from tax rises in her first major Budget, despite previous Labour criticism of bank profits during the cost-of-living crisis.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% amid political pressure and economic uncertainty, setting the stage for a crucial budget announcement from Rachel Reeves.
London Stock Exchange chief Julia Hoggett joins forces with former boss Xavier Rolet in urgent plea to Rachel Reeves to unlock Britain's investment potential and spark £100bn market boom.
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts delivers stark warning to Rachel Reeves that proposed business tax increases could drive up food prices for struggling families.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for a major banking tax raid following fierce industry lobbying, handing Britain's financial institutions a £4bn reprieve.
Leading British tech founders warn Rachel Reeves that proposed capital gains tax changes could cripple London's appeal for tech IPOs, threatening to drive startups overseas.
Labour's proposed pay-per-mile road tax system could revolutionise how British motorists are charged, with Rachel Reeves considering a major overhaul of current vehicle taxation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is planning a major road tax overhaul that could see electric vehicle owners paying per mile. Discover how this new system might work and what it means for UK drivers.