Reeves' 'Deceiving' Budget Delays Debt Repair
Rachel Reeves faces criticism for 'deceiving' Budget that delays fiscal repair as economists warn of interest rate hold fears. Key details on borrowing and tax changes.
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Budget 2025: Retailers relieved by business rates changes
UK retailers welcome permanent business rates reduction in the budget, easing fears of mass closures. Sainsbury's and Tesco see lower costs than anticipated. Read the full analysis.
Small Business Tax Squeeze in Autumn Budget
Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget delivers bitter cocktail for SMEs with dividend tax rises, frozen thresholds until 2030-31, and tighter enforcement. Discover how small businesses are affected.
Budget 2025: Business Rates Changes Explained
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by a new levy on large properties. Discover the full impact on UK high streets.
Budget spares horse racing but grassroots sport suffers
Chancellor Rachel Reeves exempts horse racing from betting tax hikes in the Budget, a move hailed by racing chiefs. Meanwhile, grassroots sports clubs warn of closures due to business rate changes.
Budget 2025: Hospitality Industry 'Deeply Concerned'
The UK's Autumn Budget offers little relief for the struggling hospitality sector, with no VAT cuts and a business rates reduction described as 'too little, too late'. Industry leaders fear widespread closures.
Budget: Lower Business Rates for Retail & Hospitality
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces permanently lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by higher levies on online giants' warehouses. Will it save the high street?
Minimum Wage Increase to £10.85 Announced
The UK government has announced a significant increase to the National Minimum Wage, rising to £10.85 an hour for 18-20 year olds. Discover how this impacts 2.7 million workers.
Cash ISA limit cut could raise mortgage rates
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to slash cash ISA limits by 40%, potentially increasing mortgage rates and deterring savers. Learn how this budget move affects your finances.
UK Sport Leaders Share Budget Hopes and Fears
UK sport industry leaders reveal their Autumn Budget priorities, from major events funding to business rate relief. Discover what Chancellor Rachel Reeves must deliver.
Budget risks stifling UK sports stars, industry warns
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces warnings that business rates changes could devastate grassroots sports and limit opportunities for young athletes across the UK. Industry leaders urge relief.
Hotel CEO: 'No Confidence' in Chancellor Rachel Reeves
Clermont Hotel Group's CEO Gavin Taylor voices 'no confidence' in Chancellor Rachel Reeves, criticising high VAT and a saturated luxury hotel market in London ahead of the Budget.
Business Fears 'Death by a Thousand Taxes' in Budget
As the CBI conference begins, we analyse business fears over Chancellor Rachel Reeves's budget. Will growth forecasts and new taxes impact the UK economy? Listen to the full podcast.
UK to Name and Shame Minimum Wage Cheats
The government is launching a new 'name and shame' scheme for employers who breach minimum wage laws, protecting 42,000 vulnerable workers. Discover the full Budget details.
Energy price cap to rise by 0.2% this winter
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap increase from January 1st. Discover how your electricity and gas bills will be affected and what you can do next.
Eurotunnel Legal Action Over Business Rates Surge
Channel Tunnel operator Eurotunnel pursues legal action against UK government over plans to triple business rates bill to £118m, threatening investment withdrawal.
London office shortage threatens 2.2m jobs
London faces a major economic risk as office space shortage threatens 2.2m jobs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to act now to protect UK competitiveness against global rivals.
Milkshake tax could force business to quit UK
Global Brands CEO Steve Perez warns Rachel Reeves' proposed 'milkshake tax' changes could force his family business to move production overseas, costing £10m annually. Read the full story.
Hospitality Crisis: 111,000 Jobs at Risk in UK
UK hospitality leaders issue urgent plea for government support ahead of crucial Budget, warning of mass closures and job losses without immediate action on business rates and VAT.
UK inflation falls to 3.6%, boosting rate cut hopes
UK inflation falls to 3.6% in October, signalling potential interest rate cuts. Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares budget measures to accelerate price drops as Bank of England remains divided.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% ahead of budget
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, marking the first decline in five months. The drop comes ahead of Rachel Reeves's crucial budget statement. Read the full analysis.
Market credibility test for Chancellor Rachel Reeves
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a crucial market credibility test following pre-Budget chaos and £40bn business tax hikes. Will her u-turn trigger a gilt yield surge? Analysis inside.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% in October
UK inflation is forecast to have cooled to 3.6% in October, down from 3.8%. This could ease pressure on households and influence the Chancellor's upcoming budget. Read the latest analysis.
Ex-couple build six-figure business after divorce
Beccy Dickinson and her ex-husband built a six-figure business together after their marriage ended. Discover how they transformed their professional relationship while working with Google and Netflix.
UK businesses miss out on £9bn in bank interest
Traditional banks short-change UK SMEs on savings rates, costing small firms billions annually. Allica Bank offers solution with 4.08% interest and cashback.
Business Alarm Grows as Budget Crisis Deepens
UK business leaders voice frustration as Rachel Reeves prepares crucial Budget amid economic stagnation and political chaos. Will tax rises derail recovery?
UK Economy Slows to 0.1% Growth in Third Quarter
The UK economy grew by just 0.1% in Q3 2025, official figures show, with a cyber attack on Jaguar Land Rover and Trump's trade war blamed. Read the full analysis.
B&Q Boss Urges Reeves to Boost Business Confidence
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.
UK unemployment rate rises to 5%, a four-year high
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 Business Inflation Worries Hit Two-Year Peak
British companies are grappling with the highest inflation concerns since 2022 despite the Bank of England maintaining current interest rates, new research reveals.
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