Starmer grilled over Labour leadership rumours and leaks
PM Keir Starmer confronted by MPs over damaging briefings against Cabinet and Budget leaks. He vows to 'get to the bottom' of the turmoil. Read the latest from Westminster.
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OBR's Future Questioned After Leaks and Resignation
The Office for Budget Responsibility faces a crisis of confidence after repeated leaks and a key resignation. Is the UK's fiscal watchdog still fit for purpose? Read our analysis.
Formal leak inquiry launched after Budget security breaches
A formal Treasury leak inquiry is underway after sensitive Budget details were prematurely disclosed, culminating in the OBR's early report publication. Discover the fallout and political repercussions.
OBR Hits Back Over Budget Leaks, Reeves Faces Quit Calls
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure after the OBR revealed damaging Treasury leaks misrepresented its forecasts. Calls grow for her resignation as the watchdog sets the record straight. Read the full story.
OBR Boss Exit Eases Pressure on Chancellor Reeves
Richard Hughes's resignation as OBR chair follows budget leak chaos. Experts warn the search for a credible successor is vital for UK fiscal governance and market confidence. Read the analysis.
OBR complained to Treasury over budget leaks
The OBR's Prof David Miles told MPs that pre-budget leaks created damaging 'misconceptions' about forecasts and may have hurt economic growth. Discover the full story behind the watchdog's extraordinary intervention.
OBR voiced concerns to Treasury over budget leaks
The OBR told MPs it raised concerns with Treasury officials about extensive pre-budget leaks of its forecasts, which it described as "not particularly helpful." Read the full details.
OBR warned Treasury over 'unhelpful' Budget leaks
The UK's fiscal watchdog raised serious concerns with the Treasury over policy leaks ahead of the Budget. Read the full details of the row and its implications for economic policy.
Starmer insists 'no misleading' in Budget row
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public over the economy ahead of the Budget. OBR head resigns after leak probe.
OBR chief resigns after Budget forecast leak
Richard Hughes quits as OBR chairman after a damning report into the premature release of Budget forecasts. Read the full details of the leak and political fallout.
OBR Chair Resigns Over Early Budget Publication
Richard Hughes resigns as OBR chair after an inquiry into the early release of Rachel Reeves's budget. Read the full report on the watchdog's 'worst failure'.
Starmer insists Chancellor did not mislead over Budget
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves against claims she misled the public and Cabinet over the state of public finances ahead of the Budget. Full details on the OBR leak and welfare reform.
OBR chief resigns over premature Budget data release
OBR chairman Richard Hughes quits after a report blames the watchdog for the early release of Rachel Reeves' Budget forecasts. The incident is labelled its 'worst failure' in 15 years. Read the full story.
OBR boss quits after Budget documents leaked
Office for Budget Responsibility chairman Richard Hughes has resigned after sensitive details of Rachel Reeves's Budget were published prematurely. Follow for the latest political updates.
Rachel Reeves survives Budget backlash despite criticism
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a triple-pronged attack over her 2025 Budget but clings to power, backed by Keir Starmer and surprising market approval. Analysis.
OBR leak report reveals 'worst failure' in watchdog's history
A damning report reveals the OBR's Budget leak was not an isolated incident, with evidence of previous premature access. Chancellor Reeves backs chair despite 'fundamental breach'.
OBR labels budget leak as its 'worst failure' ever
The Office for Budget Responsibility admits a major security breach leaked key budget details before the Chancellor's speech. Discover the full investigation findings and political fallout.
OBR demands 'complete change' after Budget leak
The UK's budget watchdog calls for a total overhaul of its sensitive publication process after a technical error released forecasts early. Read the full report and recommended changes.
OBR's 'Worst Failure' as Budget Report Leaks Early
The OBR apologised after its Budget forecast was published an hour early, a blunder it called its worst failure in 15 years. Read the full story of the leak and its fallout.
Watchdog reveals IT failure behind Budget leak blunder
The Office for Budget Responsibility calls its accidental early release of key Budget details the 'worst failure' in its history. Discover the full story and what happens next.
OBR Budget leak caused by years-old technical flaw
A shock report reveals a systemic OBR error may have allowed premature access to Budget documents for years, raising market manipulation fears. Read the full investigation.
Swinney: Reeves 'misled public' over UK finances
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney claims Chancellor Rachel Reeves misled the public on the fiscal situation ahead of the Budget. Labour ministers deny the allegations.
Starmer defends Reeves, pressures OBR over budget leak
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves and addresses the OBR budget leak, calling it a 'serious error'. He also reveals he considered breaking a key manifesto pledge. Read the latest.
Starmer defends Reeves over Budget tax hike claims
PM Keir Starmer defends Chancellor Rachel Reeves against accusations of misleading the public over £26bn tax hikes. Watch live and get the full story on the Budget fallout.
Reeves' £26bn Tax Hike Based on False Deficit Claim
Chancellor Rachel Reeves claimed a £20-30bn deficit to justify a £26bn tax raid. OBR data shows a £4.2bn surplus. Questions mount over her integrity and economic trust.
Reeves Under Fire as OBR Leak Crisis Deepens
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces intense scrutiny over the OBR's Budget leak and its revelation she was told of a surplus. Will the watchdog's chief survive Treasury fury? Read the full story.
Starmer defends budget as Reeves faces 'black hole' row
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves's budget amid Tory calls for her sacking and public disapproval. The PM pledges welfare reform and deregulation to spur growth.
Starmer defends Chancellor Reeves in Budget 'lies' crisis
PM Keir Starmer launches a desperate bid to support Chancellor Rachel Reeves, facing probes over Budget claims. Did she mislead on the OBR 'black hole' to justify tax hikes? Full story inside.
Reeves faces second sleaze probe over budget claims
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces ethics investigation after Nigel Farage reports her over false £20bn black hole claims. Did she mislead markets and taxpayers? Read the full story.
Starmer defends Budget after Reeves denies lying
PM Keir Starmer defends embattled chancellor Rachel Reeves amid accusations she misled public about £20bn deficit to justify tax rises. Calls for investigations grow.
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