UK government borrowing costs jump as Rachel Reeves reportedly scraps income tax hike plans, breaking Labour manifesto pledge. Gilt yields surge in market sell-off ahead of November 26 Budget.
New research reveals millions of UK adults are borrowing from friends and family to cover essential costs. Share your experience with informal lending arrangements.
Speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for an income tax rise sparks a sell-off in UK government bonds, pushing borrowing costs higher. Discover the market reaction and political fallout.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to scrap income tax rise plans causes pound to fall and borrowing costs to surge. Discover the market fallout and political implications.
Thousands protest in Bucharest demanding higher wages and tax cuts as the government enforces austerity to tackle the EU's high budget deficit. Read the full story.
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 4%, but experts see encouraging signs beyond the headline figure. Discover why this decision might signal economic resilience rather than stagnation.
Exclusive Treasury assessment warns Keir Starmer's New Deal for Workers may unleash financial chaos across public sector, with NHS, police and fire services facing unsustainable costs from enhanced employment rights.
In a stark House of Commons address, Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares tax increases inevitable as Britain faces mounting borrowing costs and economic instability. Get the full breakdown of what this means for your wallet.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's public service productivity puzzle as she prepares her debut Budget, with Treasury analysis revealing stagnant output despite soaring employment costs.
Millions of Brits will see their credit scores transformed as new 'onboarding' rules launch this summer. Discover how this financial revolution affects you.
Exclusive analysis reveals why the Chancellor faces an impossible choice between fiscal responsibility and crumbling public services as economic pressures mount.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers cautious message on interest rates, emphasising need for sustained inflation control before considering cuts. Market reactions and economic outlook analysed.
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
In an unprecedented display of unity, over 300,000 public sector workers across New Zealand have launched the country's largest-ever strike, demanding better pay and working conditions amid soaring inflation.
A significant Amazon Web Services outage has laid bare the UK government's staggering £17 billion reliance on the tech giant, raising urgent questions about national infrastructure security and single-point dependency risks.
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.
UK government borrowing surged past official predictions in September, creating an early challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The financial uncertainty coincides with a major Amazon Web Services outage that disrupted global businesses before being reso
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.
Sarah Ferguson borrowed thousands from Jeffrey Epstein after her divorce from Prince Andrew, with new court documents revealing the extent of their financial relationship during her financial struggles.
More than 120 charities and community organisations plead with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to protect essential services from spending cuts in upcoming budget decisions.
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.
Exclusive investigation reveals how government departments bypassed competitive tendering to award lucrative contracts to major corporations including Centrica and Holland & Barrett during critical periods.
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.
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
Beloved Gogglebox octogenarian Mica Ven has been removed from her £62,000 NHS position following her television contract, sparking debate about public sector employment rules.