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'.
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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.
US Braces for Record Cold as Polar Vortex Descends
A polar vortex breakdown is set to plunge the US into record-breaking cold, with winter warnings in 30 states. Heavy snow and ice threaten travel chaos. Read the full forecast.
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 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.
Reeves denies misleading public over budget tax rises
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends £26bn tax increases against fiscal rule criticisms. Opposition demands resignation over budget messaging controversy. Read the latest developments.
Reeves defends Budget comments amid headroom row
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget approach against opposition claims she misled public about fiscal situation. Read the full analysis of the £4.2bn surplus debate.
Reeves faces resignation calls over £26bn budget scandal
Chancellor Rachel Reeves accused of lying to Parliament and manipulating markets over £26bn budget. Will she resign or face jail? Read the full investigation.
Reeves Under Fire as OBR Reveals Budget Surplus
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure to resign after the OBR revealed it told her about a £4.2bn surplus weeks before she claimed a £30bn black hole. Read the full investigation.
Reeves defends 'fair and necessary' Budget choices
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her Budget tax and spending plans as 'fair and necessary', insisting the wealthy shoulder more burden. Read the full details of the OBR forecast controversy.
UK Snow Bomb: 10cm to Hit Cities in December
Advanced weather maps predict a 'snow bomb' will hit the UK, with two storms bringing up to 10cm of snow to major towns and cities from December 4. Brace for disruption.
OBR challenges Treasury's account of Reeves' tax U-turn
The UK's budget watchdog disputes claims that Rachel Reeves abandoned income tax rises due to improved forecasts, revealing she had the data weeks earlier. Explore the political fallout.
OBR Chief Prepared to Resign Over Budget Leak
OBR chair Richard Hughes offers to resign after a technical error led to the premature leak of Rachel Reeves' Budget. An investigation is underway to prevent future breaches.
Starmer defends tax-raising Budget amid manifesto row
Keir Starmer defends the tax-raising Budget as essential for public services and fighting child poverty, while experts warn it fails to boost growth. Read the full analysis.
Starmer grilled over Labour's £30bn tax raid in budget
Keir Starmer faces tough questioning over Labour's £30bn tax plans as OBR disputes fiscal black hole claims. Read the full analysis of budget fallout.
Reeves defends budget as workers face tax rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her budget, admitting working people will pay more tax but vowing to grow the economy. Get the latest on tax thresholds and economic forecasts.
Budget Leak: OBR Chair 'Mortified', Ex-Cyber Chief Probes
The OBR's budget details leaked 45 minutes early, prompting an investigation led by a former cybersecurity chief. Discover the fallout and political reactions.
Reeves' 2025 Budget: More Taxes, Less Growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second budget raises multiple taxes while failing to boost economic growth, leaving Labour vulnerable to public discontent. Analysis of the political fallout.
OBR: UK finances remain vulnerable despite budget
The Office for Budget Responsibility warns Rachel Reeves's tax-raising budget leaves UK public finances exposed to future shocks, despite doubling the fiscal buffer. Growth forecasts downgraded.
Reeves' Budget Lifts Children From Poverty
Rachel Reeves' budget delivers real gains for families but faces OBR warnings over future cuts. Discover the full analysis of Labour's fiscal strategy and its implications.
Reeves' Budget Puts Party Before Country
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget alienates voters to appease Labour MPs, raising taxes for welfare spending. A furious public won't be bought off for long. Read the full analysis.
Tax Hikes Hit 1.7 Million as Growth Forecasts Cut
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises, hitting 1.7 million Britons. OBR forecasts downgraded growth and apologises for early budget leak. Read the full analysis.
Tax hits 1.7 million as Reeves raises rates to record high
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises hitting 1.7 million Britons. Freeze on thresholds drags workers into higher tax bands as growth forecasts downgraded. Read the full analysis.
Reeves hikes taxes to all-time high in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £26bn tax rises, hitting 1.7m with higher income tax. OBR forecasts downgraded and apologises for early document release.
Reeves extends tax freeze, hitting millions of Britons
Chancellor Rachel Reeves extends tax threshold freeze until 2030-31, dragging 5.2M more into income tax. Discover how this stealth raid impacts your finances and why it breaks manifesto promises.
UK Forecast: Higher Inflation and Record Tax Burden
Leaked OBR forecasts reveal higher UK inflation and unemployment, with the tax burden set to hit a record high. Discover the full economic outlook for Britain.
OBR Forecast: UK Inflation Up, Record Tax Burden
Leaked OBR forecasts reveal higher UK inflation and a record tax burden. Economic growth is set to weaken. Discover the full impact on household finances.
Budget leak reveals £26bn tax rise and growth downgrade
OBR's premature release details Rachel Reeves' Budget, forecasting slower economic growth and £26bn in tax rises by 2030 through frozen thresholds. Discover the full impact.
Budget Leak: £26bn Tax Rise and Growth Downgrade
OBR forecasts reveal UK tax increases rising to £26bn by 2030 and significant economic growth downgrades following early Budget release. Discover the full impact.
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