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UK borrowing hits record September high of £15.9bn

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.

Reeves: UK economy in worse state than thought

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers sobering assessment of Britain's economic inheritance, revealing deeper problems than anticipated with Resolution Foundation analysis showing significant fiscal challenges ahead.

Reeves: No quick fix for UK economic crisis

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers stark assessment of UK finances, confirming previous government left economy in worst state since WWII with 'no magic wand' for immediate solutions.

Starmer meets Swinney in Edinburgh for power talks

In an unprecedented political move, Prime Minister Keir Starmer travels to Edinburgh for crucial talks with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney, signalling a new era of cooperation between Labour and the SNP.

Scottish school qualification crisis deepens with 40% surge

Scottish ministers face mounting criticism as new data reveals a dramatic 40% increase in children leaving school early without basic qualifications since 2019, raising serious concerns about Scotland's education system under SNP leadership.

Scottish mothers win gender law challenge victory

A group of Scottish mothers has won a significant legal victory against the Scottish Government's controversial gender recognition reforms, drawing comparisons to the Post Office scandal drama 'Mr Bates vs The Post Office'.

Murray blasts SNP's 'divisive' independence focus

New Scottish Secretary Ian Murray launches blistering attack on SNP's independence agenda, vowing to make devolution work and prioritise public services over constitutional battles.

UK government borrowing costs hit 20-year high

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.

Scottish workers pay highest taxes in UK

Exclusive analysis reveals how Scotland's progressive tax system is penalising ambition and creating the highest tax rates in Britain, with middle-earners facing unprecedented financial pressure.

Reeves: No magic money tree for UK economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers hard-hitting speech at Wembley, ruling out immediate tax rises while promising tough spending decisions and economic stability.

Reeves: No 'magic wand' for UK economy

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers sobering assessment of UK finances, confirming tough decisions ahead as Labour confronts 'worst economic inheritance since WWII'.

Global Debt to Hit 100% of GDP by 2029 - IMF

The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as global government debt is projected to reach 100% of GDP within five years, with the UK facing particularly challenging economic headwinds.

Swinney's Indyref2 Plan: Empty Rhetoric Exposed

Exclusive analysis reveals the Scottish Government's independence plan is in disarray, with even First Minister John Swinney appearing directionless on the path to Indyref2 amid growing internal confusion.

Swinney: SNP Must Become 'One Scotland Party'

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney makes bold commitment to transform SNP into more inclusive political movement, reaching beyond traditional nationalist base to unite the country.

Swinney grilled over Aberdeen development plans

Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney confronts intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the Scottish Government's contentious Aberdeen development plans, facing tough questions from opposition MSPs.

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