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.
A major survey reveals business confidence has dropped to its lowest level since April 2020 following the recent Budget, with investment and hiring intentions in sharp decline. Read the full analysis.
PM Keir Starmer defends the controversial budget and announces new welfare reforms. Get the latest on the tax rise fallout and accusations against the chancellor.
PM Keir Starmer hits back at budget critics, insisting Rachel Reeves was right to impose £26bn tax rises. Labour promises long-term economic renewal plan.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget approach as opposition claims she misled public about fiscal headroom. Get the latest on the £4.2bn surplus debate.
Middle-income families face growing financial pressure as tax freezes and economic uncertainty create voter anxiety. Could this be Labour's undoing?
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget decisions amid criticism over tax rises and fiscal headroom. Discover how £16bn downgrade shaped the economic plan.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves insists she was 'honest and frank' about the state of public finances, defending her pre-budget speech amid accusations of misleading the public. Follow the latest Westminster developments.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends budget amid deepening controversy as OBR reveals earlier knowledge of improved finances. Follow live updates on this political storm.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn fiscal black hole before announcing £26bn tax rises, as OBR data reveals a £4.2bn surplus. Read the full investigation.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn 'black hole' as OBR reveals £4.2bn surplus before budget tax rises. Full analysis of the political fallout.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn black hole before Budget 2025, as OBR data reveals a £4.2bn surplus. Read the full investigation.
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Money expert Martin Lewis reacts to the 2027 cash ISA limit cut to £12,000, securing a key win for over-65s. Discover the full Budget impact on your savings.
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SNP demands FCA investigation into Treasury's £20bn fiscal hole claims as OBR reveals no shortfall existed. Read the latest on Budget controversy.
The OBR cautions Chancellor Rachel Reeves that increasing the UK's tax burden to a record high could distort economic activity more than forecast. Discover the fiscal risks.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves concludes Budget week facing scrutiny over fiscal 'black hole' claims and back-loaded tax measures. Analysis reveals growing uncertainty.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends £26bn tax increases targeting Britain's wealthy to rebuild 'creaky' public services, rejecting calls for spending cuts despite OBR forecasts.
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