OBR's productivity forecast downgrade creates £20bn fiscal black hole, forcing Chancellor Rachel Reeves to consider significant tax rises ahead of November Budget. Analysis by former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane.
The TUC warns Britain's budget watchdog is hardwired for austerity and strangling growth. Read why a major review is demanded before the autumn budget.
The Met Office has issued severe weather warnings across Britain as heavy rainfall threatens widespread flooding, travel chaos, and property damage. Stay informed with the latest alerts.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical plan to give Office for Budget Responsibility unprecedented veto power over government budgets, marking significant break from Conservative economic approach.
The Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as Arctic air brings snow and ice to multiple UK regions this week. Find out which areas will be affected and when the cold snap will peak.
Britain faces a dramatic temperature drop with snow and ice warnings in place across Scotland and northern England. The Met Office alerts travellers of hazardous conditions as freezing air sweeps in from the Arctic.
Shadow Chancellor demands immediate OBR analysis of Tory spending plans, accusing government of hiding economic realities from voters ahead of election.
Labour leader Keir Starmer calls for Office for Budget Responsibility oversight of all government financial plans, challenging Conservative economic credibility ahead of potential election.
The Met Office reveals a major weather pattern change coming to Britain, with a surprising temperature rollercoaster set to last through early summer. Discover what this means for your plans.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to confront Britain's economic challenges head-on as OBR downgrades productivity forecasts and warns of potential tax increases ahead.
Labour's first major fiscal event set for Autumn as Treasury faces tough decisions on public finances and economic forecasts.
Shadow Chancellor commits to no increases in income tax, national insurance, or VAT under Labour government, focusing instead on economic growth and productivity reforms.
Britain faces a stark economic reckoning as official forecasts slash productivity growth, triggering speculation about imminent tax rises while major corporations voice concerns over investment climate.
Britain faces a dramatic cold snap with snow expected across multiple regions as Arctic air sweeps across the country. Met Office issues severe weather warnings for hazardous conditions.
British families face mixed weather fortunes during October half-term break as Met Office forecasts dramatic temperature swings and regional variations from unseasonable warmth to heavy downpours.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves reveals the Autumn Budget won't include formal Brexit economic analysis, citing OBR forecasting constraints and prioritising immediate economic challenges.
Britain braces for a dramatic weather shift as the Met Office forecasts severe wind and rain followed by potential snow this weekend. Discover how this Arctic plunge will impact your area.
New weather maps reveal a dramatic temperature plunge hitting Britain this week, with sub-zero conditions threatening travel disruption and the coldest night of autumn so far.
The iconic Farmers' Almanac forecasts a winter of extremes with significant snowfall predicted for Thanksgiving across many regions. Discover their long-range weather predictions and what Britons should expect from the coming cold season.
NOAA warns of significant winter weather disruptions across multiple US regions during Thanksgiving week, with heavy rain, snow and potential travel chaos forecast.
The Met Office reveals whether Britain will see snowfall this Christmas, with northern areas most likely to experience festive flurries amid colder conditions.
Britain's weather misery is about to end as the Met Office confirms the precise date temperatures will soar, bringing proper summer heat after weeks of disappointing conditions.
Shadow Chancellor pledges to give Office for Budget Responsibility unprecedented veto power over major tax and spending decisions, learning from Truss's disastrous mini-budget.
The Met Office issues severe weather warnings as snow and ice threaten to disrupt Christmas travel plans across the UK, with temperatures plummeting to -12°C in some regions.
The Met Office reveals its long-range forecast for Christmas 2025 across the UK, with predictions for snow, temperatures, and festive travel conditions.
Meteorologists warn of a potentially severe British winter ahead as the Polar Vortex shows signs of weakening, threatening plunging temperatures and increased snowfall from December through February.
Meteorologists warn of significant snowfall hitting multiple UK regions next week, with freezing temperatures and travel disruption expected across the country.
Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches bold bid to reshape UK economic oversight, seeking to reduce the Office for Budget Responsibility's influence over fiscal policy in dramatic Whitehall shake-up.
Britain braces for significant snowfall with up to 15cm expected in northern regions, prompting Met Office weather warnings and potential travel disruption across the country.
New weather maps show a dramatic temperature plunge is coming to the UK, with parts of Scotland facing -10°C lows and widespread snow expected across northern regions within days.