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Hunt's Pre-Election Budget Walks Fiscal Tightrope
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.
OBR Downgrade Piles Pressure on Chancellor Reeves
The UK's fiscal watchdog has delivered a major blow to the government's economic plans, downgrading a crucial productivity forecast and threatening billions in planned public spending.
ITV Axes Lorraine's London Studio in Major Budget Shake-Up
ITV slashes budgets, forcing Lorraine to broadcast from Manchester while Loose Women faces studio sharing. Inside the dramatic cost-cutting measures reshaping daytime TV.
NHS Rations Cancer Treatments Amid Budget Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS cancer services facing devastating cuts, with pioneering treatments denied to patients due to severe financial constraints. Health bosses warn of a looming crisis in oncology care across Britain.
Middle England Faces £250 Council Tax Bombshell
Households across Middle England are bracing for council tax increases of up to £250 as cash-strapped local authorities seek to plug funding gaps. Discover which regions are hardest hit and why.
Europe's Best Budget Destination Revealed: Sunny Beach
A travel writer discovers why Sunny Beach, Bulgaria, is crowned Europe's top budget destination, with pints for under £2, stunning beaches, and incredible food.
ITV closes Good Morning Britain canteen in budget cuts
Exclusive: ITV has sparked internal fury after closing the flagship Good Morning Britain staff canteen in drastic budget cuts. Presenters and crew are now forced to bring packed lunches as the broadcaster slashes costs.
Loose Women Stars Boycott NTAs After Losing to Rivals
The Loose Women panel, including Coleen Nolan and Denise Welch, are set to boycott the National Television Awards after their loss to 'This Morning' and amidst fears of impending budget cuts to the ITV daytime show.
Magaluf Holidays Under £300: Budget Travel Guide
Exclusive travel hack reveals how savvy female travellers are scoring week-long holidays in Magaluf for less than £300, including flights and accommodation. Discover the secret to an affordable Spanish getaway.
Budget Shock: Hunt Plans Pension Tax Relief Overhaul
Exclusive: Jeremy Hunt considers major overhaul of pension tax-free lump sum rules in the upcoming budget, potentially affecting millions of savers' retirement plans.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Badenoch Slams Labour's Budget Plans as 'Fantasy Economics'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's first major fiscal event faces fierce criticism from former Tory leadership contender Kemi Badenoch, who warns of 'fantasy economics' and accuses Labour of planning to 'max out the country's credit card'.
NYC's Pod Times Square: Luxury Budget Hotel From £57/Night
Discover Pod Times Square, the revolutionary budget hotel in the heart of New York City offering compact yet stylish pods from just £57 per night. Perfect for savvy travellers seeking prime location without the luxury price tag.
Budget airline axes flights to 12 European cities
A major low-cost carrier has abruptly slashed its winter flight schedule, removing services from London Stansted to a dozen popular European destinations, leaving thousands of passengers stranded and demanding answers.
Reeves Sets 6 March Budget Date, Tax Reforms Expected
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a pivotal Budget for 6 March, signalling potential capital gains tax reforms and confirming a new gambling levy to fund addiction services.
Macron's ally threatens to collapse government over budget cuts
François Bayrou, a key centrist ally of President Macron, has issued a stark ultimatum to the French government, threatening to vote against the 2025 budget and potentially trigger a political crisis over controversial spending cuts. The move exposes deep
Rayner slams Sunak over budget leak chaos at PMQs
Deputy Labour Leader Angela Rayner launched a blistering attack on PM Rishi Sunak over leaked budget plans and 'dysfunctional' government during a heated PMQs session.
Top economist warns Hunt's tax cuts could create £30bn hole
Exclusive: Leading economist Julian Jessop issues a stark warning that the Chancellor's planned tax cuts could destabilise the UK economy, creating a £30bn fiscal black hole and forcing the Bank of England to keep interest rates higher for longer.
Reeves Vows OBR Power Over Labour Manifesto Costings
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to give the Office for Budget Responsibility new powers to independently cost Labour's election manifesto, marking a major shift in UK economic policy and transparency.
Reeves Vows 'Iron Discipline' in First Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to deliver a budget of 'iron discipline' with tough spending rules, as she accuses the Tories of leaving the economy in ruins. Get the full analysis.
Budget 2025 Date Revealed: Chancellor's Autumn Plan
Exclusive: Chancellor Rachel Reeves is poised to deliver her first major Budget in late October or early November, setting out Labour's long-term economic plan. Get the inside track on the key dates and what it means for your wallet.
McDonald's Money-Saving Hacks: Dine For Less
Discover the ultimate insider guide to saving money at McDonald's UK. From app-exclusive deals to hidden menu tricks, learn how to slash your spending and get more for your money with these expert-approved tips.
Ex-NASA Chief 'Distraught' Over Trump's Moon & Mars Cuts
Exclusive: The former head of NASA expresses profound dismay over potential deep cuts to the Artemis Moon programme and Mars exploration, warning of a devastating blow to American space leadership and a potential 'brain drain' to the private sector.
PA Dems march 110 miles to protest transit funding crisis
Pennsylvania Democrats, led by Rep. Nick Pisciottano, marched 110 miles to the state capitol in a high-stakes protest against crippling public transport cuts, demanding urgent action to avert a fiscal cliff.
Reeves: Tory Budget is a 'desperate last roll of the dice'
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Jeremy Hunt's Spring Budget, accusing the Conservatives of offering 'panicked, unfunded' tax cuts that risk the nation's finances.
UK's Best Budget City Breaks for Cheap Meals & Pints
Exclusive research uncovers Britain's most affordable city breaks, with Cardiff and Liverpool topping the list for cheap dining and drinks. Discover where your pound stretches furthest for the perfect budget getaway.
Marvel Cut Eternals Budget After Zhao's Oscar Win
Exclusive: Marvel Studios dramatically reduced the budget for Chloé Zhao's 'Eternals' following her Oscar victory for 'Nomadland', internal documents reveal. The cost-cutting measures raise questions about creative control in blockbuster filmmaking.
Backpacking Asia: 210 Days for Under £3000
Discover the ultimate budget travel guide as one intrepid backpacker reveals how to explore Southeast Asia for seven months on less than £3,000, including money-saving tips and unforgettable experiences.
Stacey Solomon Quits Loose Women Over ITV Budget Cuts
Popular TV presenter Stacey Solomon has reportedly left ITV's Loose Women panel as part of major cost-cutting measures at the channel, sparking concern among fans.
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