UK government borrowing exceeds forecasts before budget
UK public finances show £17.4bn October borrowing, higher than expected, creating challenges for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget statement. Read the full analysis.
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UK's £15bn October Borrowing as Energy Cap Set to Fall
Final UK economic health check before the budget reveals £15bn October borrowing, stagnant retail sales, and a slight energy price cap fall from January. Stay informed on the key data.
UK Budget must prioritise tax certainty for growth
Ahead of the November Budget, EY's Chris Sanger argues for a stable, predictable tax system aligned with the UK's 10-year Industrial Strategy to boost investment and competitiveness.
OBR needs rule-based framework to stay independent
The Office for Budget Responsibility faces calls to implement transparent forecasting rules as it prepares to cut productivity growth estimates. Learn how this could protect fiscal credibility.
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UK Consumer Confidence Hits Bleak -19 Before Budget
UK consumer confidence has cratered to -19, with Brits bracing for tax rises. Discover the bleak GfK survey findings and what it means for the economy ahead of the Budget.
Record 4,880 Overseas Doctors Quit UK Amid Hostility
NHS faces workforce crisis as overseas-trained doctors leave UK in record numbers, with anti-migrant rhetoric blamed for 26% rise in departures. Read the full analysis.
Treasury Plans Council Tax Overhaul for Priciest Homes
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to undertake a full council tax revaluation as the Treasury plans a new levy on properties valued over £1-2m. Will this 'mansion tax' fix the outdated system?
Play the Budget Game: Be Chancellor for a Day
Step into Rachel Reeves' shoes and try to balance Britain's budget in our interactive game. Can you keep MPs happy and bond markets calm while tackling a £22bn shortfall?
Reeves faces £111bn debt crisis, must break manifesto pledge
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must choose between breaking Labour's tax pledge or maintaining unsustainable pension triple lock as Britain's debt interest hits £111bn. The Budget decision awaits.
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Wealth Tax Limitations in Tackling UK Inequality
Examining why a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich falls short of addressing Britain's deep-rooted inequality problems. Discover what structural changes are truly needed for economic fairness.
Consumer confidence falls ahead of Budget 2025
New data reveals a sharp fall in UK consumer confidence amid tax hike fears, while the jobs market shows fragile signs of recovery. London's DLR extension gets a £1.7bn boost. Read the full analysis.
Top 6 Bank Accounts for Your Money in 2025 Revealed
New Which? research shows bank loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts for 2025 to maximise cashback, perks, and rewards. Switch and save today!
NHS Doctors' Strike: Veteran Exposes Pay Crisis
Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.
Starmer won't rule out extending tax threshold freeze
Sir Keir Starmer refuses to rule out extending the income tax threshold freeze, a move that could see Britons pay more tax. Read the latest budget speculation.
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Inflation falls but food prices keep rising
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, yet accelerating food prices pose a major challenge for the Bank of England and continue to strain household budgets.
Check for £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment
As UK temperatures plummet to -7°C, see if you're eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Use the official postcode checker to claim your cash boost.
Driving Theory Test Changes Coming in 2026
Learn how new CPR and defibrillator questions in the 2026 driving theory test aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rates across the UK. Get prepared now.
Pension Tax Petition Hits 11,959 Signatures
A parliamentary petition demanding double tax allowance for pensioners has reached 11,959 signatures, forcing government response. Campaigners warn frozen thresholds could tax state pensioners.
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.
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Mansion Tax Back? Chancellor's Budget Dilemma
With one week until the budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough tax decisions to fix the public finances. Listen to the Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast for expert analysis.
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.
WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
Taxing the rich 'pointless'? Readers debate
Metro readers clash over whether taxing the wealthy effectively raises revenue as Labour faces tough fiscal choices. Join the debate on tax policy and immigration.
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Bond markets may force second budget, warns investor
City investor David Zahn warns bond yields could spike if Rachel Reeves' budget disappoints, potentially forcing a second fiscal statement. Key dates: 26 November budget.
Mum turns £15,000 debt into inheritance for kids
Discover how a Glasgow mother transformed £15,000 credit card debt into a savings and investment strategy to build generational wealth for her children.
Reform and Tories Battle Over Budget Spending Cuts
Nigel Farage's Reform UK and Kemi Badenoch's Conservatives intensify pressure on Labour with £72bn spending cut demands ahead of crucial Budget. Read the full analysis.
Banks Back in Budget Crosshairs for Tax Raid
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers a bank surcharge hike despite competitiveness fears. The Budget U-turn follows record £50.3bn bank profits. Discover the implications.
Budget tensions rise as PM travels overseas
Exclusive analysis from Politics At Sam And Anne's podcast reveals growing concerns as the Prime Minister's overseas trips coincide with Whitehall budget tensions. Listen now for insider political insights.
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Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
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