OBR won't judge Reeves' fiscal rules in March forecast
The Treasury watchdog will not assess if Rachel Reeves is balancing the books this Spring, potentially sparing the Chancellor tough decisions. The OBR forecast is set for March 3.
The Treasury watchdog will not assess if Rachel Reeves is balancing the books this Spring, potentially sparing the Chancellor tough decisions. The OBR forecast is set for March 3.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces OBR economic forecast for March 3, but it will not assess if government meets its own fiscal rules. This could spare tough decisions if economy underperforms.
The Met Office warns of significant snow arriving in the UK within days, with up to 19 inches possible in some areas. Get the latest forecast details and pinpointed locations here.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop next week, with wintry hazards forecast for early 2026. Get the latest weather updates and travel advice here.
New weather maps forecast a major snow event for the UK in early January, with parts of Scotland braced for up to 10 inches. Discover the regions affected and the Met Office outlook.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
New weather maps forecast significant snow and blizzard conditions across the UK in early January, with up to 8 inches near Manchester. Get the full regional breakdown.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy Christmas Day for the UK with sunshine for many. Find out where temperatures could plummet to -5°C and the slim chance of festive snow.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces an early 3 March spring statement to provide economic certainty, following criticism of pre-budget leaks that hampered growth. The OBR will deliver new forecasts.
The Met Office has released its Christmas weather forecast, stating the chance of a white Christmas is 'relatively low' for 2025. Find out the official verdict and festive travel advice.
The Met Office predicts a cold, frosty Christmas for the UK with temperatures dropping to 3C. Significant snowfall is unlikely, but an orange cold weather alert is in force for London's homeless. Get the full forecast.
The Met Office predicts a cold, frosty Christmas week across the UK with temperatures plummeting. However, forecasters say widespread snow is unlikely, dashing hopes of a white Christmas for most. Read the full forecast.
The UK faces a soggy weekend with rain spreading nationwide and snow in Scotland. Plan your last-minute Christmas shopping and travel accordingly. Read the full forecast.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives 'little Christmas cheer' as November borrowing hits £11.7bn, overshooting forecasts. Public debt nears £3 trillion. Read the full analysis.
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year low for November but exceeded expectations, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Read the full analysis.
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year November low of £11.7bn but exceeded forecasts, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Discover the full impact on the nation's finances.
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year November low of £11.7bn but overshot forecasts due to winter fuel payment reversal. Explore the fiscal details.
The Met Office's latest forecast for Christmas 2025 predicts frost and fog, but a widespread white Christmas is unlikely. Discover the official snow threshold and historical data.
Weather maps predict several centimetres of snow for London and major UK cities between Christmas and New Year. A strengthening easterly wind will bring a big chill. Read the full forecast.
A freezing blast of air from Russia could bring snow to all parts of the UK by Christmas Day, according to some weather models. Find out if a White Christmas is likely.
The Met Office forecasts a dry, settled Christmas with frost and fog more likely than snow. Bookmakers offer odds on festive flurries, but meteorologists see a 'very low chance' of widespread snow. Discover the three most likely weather scenarios for Dece
The Met Office and BBC predict a shift to calmer, drier weather for Christmas Eve and Day, but widespread snow is unlikely for most of the UK. Find out the latest festive forecast details here.
The Met Office long-range forecast warns of snow, frost, and fog for the festive period, with temperatures feeling as low as -6C. Find out the latest odds for a White Christmas.
Britain faces a severe storm with 75mph winds and snow this Friday. Metdesk maps turn red as -7C wind chill and flooding risks hit. Full forecast details inside.
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.
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.
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.
Analysis reveals Rachel Reeves's budget tax hikes are largely to appease bond investors, not fund welfare. Discover the figures behind the political storm.
The UK faces a dramatic temperature drop, with wind chill making it feel as cold as -7C by Friday. The Met Office warns of hail, thunder, and potential snow. Read the full forecast.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves denies misleading the public over the budget as a timeline reveals the OBR's economic forecasts improved before tax rises were announced. Explore the full story.