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Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as economists question her fiscal rules amid soaring government borrowing costs and a £25 billion interest payment bill that threatens Labour's investment plans.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts harsh economic reality as soaring debt costs and weak growth force major borrowing increases, putting Labour's fiscal rules under severe pressure.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts unprecedented September borrowing figures while MPs push for wealth taxes in upcoming budget decisions.
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New figures reveal UK government borrowing hit £15.9 billion in September 2025 - the highest for that month since records began. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as debt costs spiral and economic challenges deepen.
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as UK government borrowing costs surge to their highest level in two decades, threatening Labour's economic plans and increasing pressure on public finances.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 5.25% despite falling inflation, with policymakers divided on the timing of future cuts as economic uncertainty persists.
Major UK banks are dramatically reducing interest-free periods on balance transfers, leaving borrowers with higher costs. Discover how this shift affects your finances and what alternatives remain.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell indicates borrowing costs could be reduced sooner than expected amid cooling inflation and resilient employment figures, reshaping economic forecasts.
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting criticism as her economic policies draw alarming parallels to fantasy over reality. Experts question the sustainability of her borrowing plans and warn of serious consequences for Britain's economy.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stern fiscal test as UK public sector borrowing hits £37.6bn for the first five months of the financial year, exceeding official forecasts and complicating Labour's spending ambitions.
New ONS data reveals a sharp rise in UK public sector borrowing alongside falling consumer confidence, creating a challenging backdrop for Chancellor Rachel Reeves's upcoming autumn budget.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates. Governor Andrew Bailey warns of persistent inflationary pressures despite economic slowdown.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation shows signs of easing, though Governor Andrew Bailey remains cautious about future cuts.
The Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee votes 7-2 to maintain current interest rates as inflation remains stubbornly above target, despite economic slowdown signals.
Exclusive analysis: Chancellor Jeremy Hunt prepares a pivotal pre-election Budget, walking a tightrope between voter-friendly tax cuts and fiscal responsibility as the UK economy sends mixed signals.