Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a massive £9 billion fiscal shortfall as Treasury officials reveal grim tax receipt forecasts, forcing potential emergency tax hikes or spending cuts in the upcoming Budget.
A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.
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.
Groundbreaking research reveals a simple, powerful lifestyle change that could dramatically cut your risk of heart disease in middle age. Experts explain the findings and what it means for your health.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a major economic challenge as latest ONS figures show zero GDP growth in three months to August, putting Labour's ambitious investment plans at risk ahead of crucial Autumn Budget.
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stern test as UK bond yields surge, echoing France's recent market turmoil. Can Labour's economic plan withstand the pressure from global markets?
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'.
A leading AI safety researcher from the University of Oxford issues a dire warning about the existential risks posed by artificial general intelligence, comparing our current approach to 'building a god' without safeguards.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled a landmark overhaul of pension tax relief, closing a £50bn fiscal black hole and redirecting savings towards a major national investment drive. This bold move signals a dramatic shift in UK economic policy.
UK politics erupts as Conservatives float dramatic 20% flat income tax, triggering explosive Commons showdown with Starmer's Labour over economic vision.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a furious backlash from business leaders for her 'deafening silence' on the upcoming Autumn Budget, creating crippling uncertainty for UK firms and sparking fears of a major economic misstep.
The Guardian argues that the UK is paralysed by a mythical fear of 'bond vigilantes', preventing vital investment in public services and infrastructure. It's time to abandon outdated economic dogma.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a political storm as she appears to abandon key fiscal rules in response to volatile bond markets, sparking accusations of short-termism and a betrayal of Labour's core principles.
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.
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.
In her inaugural Mais Lecture, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves pledges to be 'Britain's first green Chancellor' while committing to strict fiscal rules, marking a significant shift in economic policy.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her inaugural Budget, confronting the 'worst inheritance since WW2' with sweeping reforms to planning, infrastructure, and fiscal policy to spur economic growth.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Cambridge shows that a small amount of daily physical activity can significantly reduce mortality risk, even for those with sedentary lifestyles.
Britain faces a severe economic storm as government borrowing costs hit alarming highs, sparking fears of a fiscal crisis. Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts mounting pressure amid market turmoil and Labour's internal reshuffle.
Key Square Capital Management founder Scott Bessent predicts a severe fiscal crisis for Britain, cautioning that the nation is 'playing with fire' with its current tax policies. Exclusive insights from the finance heavyweight.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces market turbulence as her Autumn Budget sparks a sharp sell-off in UK government bonds. Discover the inside story behind the gilt market's dramatic reaction and what it means for Britain's economic future.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stunning public backlash as a dire new poll reveals nearly two-thirds of Britons oppose tax increases to fill a £50bn black hole. With 55% wanting her sacked, the government's economic strategy is in crisis.
A groundbreaking UK study reveals the diabetes drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) isn't just for weight loss—it dramatically cuts the risk of heart attacks and strokes, heralding a new era in preventative medicine.
Exclusive analysis reveals the immense pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves as she faces a critical turning point. With economic stagnation and public patience wearing thin, her upcoming fiscal statement could define this government's legacy. Will she sei
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts an economic firestorm, drawing stark parallels to Denis Healey's 1976 IMF crisis. With soaring borrowing costs and a £22bn budget black hole, the UK faces its gravest fiscal challenge in half a century.
The National Institute of Economic and Social Research issues a stark warning that UK government policies are failing, creating a £71bn fiscal black hole and risking a 'vicious cycle' of stagnation. Expert analysis reveals the critical challenges facing t
Chancellor Rachel Reeves seeks advice from former Corbyn advisor James Meadway, a proponent of higher taxes, sparking debate over Labour's economic direction and 'Tory-like' fiscal strategies.