Chancellor Rachel Reeves will present the Spring Forecast to Parliament next Tuesday, detailing economic growth projections and the UK's financial position. The Guardian invites public input on personal financial management ahead of the announcement.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming Spring Statement appears uneventful, but underlying fiscal challenges and political risks could reshape the government's economic agenda ahead of crucial elections.
Richard Hughes, former OBR chair, calls on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to stick with current fiscal rules despite pressure from Labour backbenchers and think tanks for reforms to accommodate long-term investments and defence spending.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver a low-key spring statement on March 3, focusing on economic forecasts without major tax announcements, amid a fragile UK economy.
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Martin Lewis reveals two million eligible couples are failing to claim marriage tax allowance, potentially losing up to £1,260. Learn eligibility criteria and application deadlines.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting calls to reduce banking sector taxes following a new report highlighting UK lenders' competitive disadvantage. The AFME and KPMG study reveals banks face a 46.4% total tax rate, urging simplification and levy phase-
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey told MPs that a March interest rate cut is an 'open question,' while MPC members expressed hawkish concerns about inflation expectations and labor market weakness.
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The era of historically low interest rates is ending, forcing a permanent adjustment to higher equilibrium rates that will challenge financial markets, government finances, and economic structures built on past assumptions.
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Senate Democrats introduce a bill to refund tariffs to American consumers, aiming to ease financial burdens and boost economic fairness amid ongoing trade tensions.
Monetary Policy Committee member Alan Taylor suggests the Bank could implement three additional interest rate reductions as inflation approaches target, citing rising unemployment risks.
Former ACTU secretary Bill Kelty told a parliamentary committee that scaling back capital gains tax discounts must be part of wider economic reforms to address youth alienation and systemic inequities.
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Thousands of young people in the UK could be missing out on an average of £2,242 in forgotten Child Trust Funds, set up for those born between 2002 and 2011.
Six months after Treasurer Jim Chalmers' productivity roundtable, economists and business leaders express cautious optimism, urging bold economic reforms in the upcoming May budget to capitalize on momentum.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts calls for increased spending in her spring statement, despite warnings that the UK's economy remains precarious with high borrowing and one-off tax gains.
Record public finances, surging retail sales, and accelerating business activity provide a positive backdrop for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming fiscal announcement, though analysts warn of underlying economic vulnerabilities.
Official figures reveal the UK government achieved a record-breaking budget surplus of £30.4bn in January 2026, driven by higher tax revenues and lower interest rates, alongside a strong retail sales performance.
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The UK government reported a record-breaking budget surplus of £30.4bn in January, the largest since 1993, driven by high self-assessment and capital gains tax receipts. This surprise boost comes ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' spring statement next mo
The UK government achieved a record-breaking budget surplus of £30.4 billion in January 2026, the highest since monthly records began in 1993, driven by strong tax receipts and lower debt interest payments.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives a £30.4bn borrowing surplus from January tax receipts, the highest on record, as fiscal rules face scrutiny ahead of her March statement.
The UK government recorded its largest January surplus since 1993, driven by strong tax receipts, providing a significant boost for Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of her spring statement.
New shadow treasurer Tim Wilson faces backlash after suggesting the RBA should prioritize inflation control, with critics warning of higher interest rates and unemployment risks.
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New analysis reveals UK savers have minimal knowledge of stocks and shares ISAs and other non-cash products, with many favoring cash despite inflation risks.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is urged to clarify plans for £6bn-a-year special educational needs costs, as MPs warn of risks to the UK's financial buffer and market concerns.
Parliament has approved a 4.8% triple lock increase, raising the new state pension to £241.30 weekly and providing a £575 annual boost from April 6, 2026.
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