Victoria Slashes 1,000+ Public Sector Jobs in $4bn Savings Plan
Victoria's Premier announces a major public service overhaul, cutting over 1,000 jobs and merging 29 entities to save $4bn. Read the full details of the state's budget repair plan.
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Victoria Plans 10% Public Service Staff Cost Cuts
The Victorian government announces a plan to cut public service staff costs by 10% to save A$1.6 billion. Learn the details and potential impacts of this major austerity measure.
Gilt Yields Swing Wildly Amid Budget Tax Speculation
UK bond markets experienced extreme volatility in the run-up to the Budget as Chancellor Rachel Reeves' signals on income tax sent borrowing costs soaring and plunging. Discover the key dates and market reactions.
AI stock bubble burst risks £26bn UK borrowing shock
Experts warn an AI stock market crash could force £26bn extra borrowing, jeopardising the Chancellor's fiscal plans. Discover how Wall Street volatility threatens UK households.
Money management tips for couples in the UK
Expert advice on joint accounts, mortgages and tax perks for UK couples. Learn how to manage finances together and build a secure financial future. Start talking money today!
70 Convictions in NY Public Housing Bribery Case
A decade-long New York public housing bribery scheme concludes with 70 convictions after the largest single-day bribery takedown in US Justice Department history. Discover the full story.
UK economy flatlines ahead of crucial Budget
New data reveals the UK economy has stalled, borrowing is worse than expected, and retail sales have fallen. Discover the challenges facing the Chancellor ahead of the Autumn Budget.
FTSE 100 Rises Despite Economic Headwinds
London's FTSE 100 closed higher on Friday despite disappointing retail figures and rising government borrowing. Discover how markets reacted ahead of next week's Budget.
Reeves 'Sick of Mansplaining' Ahead of Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves hits back at critics, addressing 'unforced errors', a £20bn fiscal black hole, and an emotional PMQs moment. Get the full story on the upcoming Budget.
Reeves: UK Budget must end 'muddling through'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves warns the UK cannot 'muddle through' and must take a new economic path ahead of her crucial November Budget. Discover the challenges she faces.
Government borrowing higher than forecast pre-Budget
UK public sector borrowing reached £17.4bn in October, surpassing official forecasts and putting pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of next week's crucial Budget announcement.
Reeves' Budget Blow: Borrowing Up, Retail Sales Down
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts worse-than-expected public borrowing and falling retail sales, fuelling predictions of imminent tax hikes in the upcoming Budget. Discover the full analysis.
UK Government Borrowing Higher Than Forecast
UK public sector borrowing reached £17.4bn in October, overshooting forecasts and piling pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of next week's crucial Budget announcement.
Reeves: 'I'm sick of mansplaining how to be chancellor'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves addresses critics and admits to 'unforced errors' as she prepares a Budget to tackle a £20bn fiscal black hole. Read the full interview.
UK Government Borrowing Hits £17.4bn, Above Forecast
UK public sector borrowing reached £17.4bn in October, higher than forecast, putting pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Budget. Discover the implications.
Reeves faces £17.4bn borrowing blow before Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts a £17.4bn public borrowing headache as she finalises next week's Budget. Will she raise taxes or cut spending? Discover the fiscal dilemma.
Government borrowing exceeds forecasts before Budget
Public sector borrowing reached £17.4bn last month, exceeding official forecasts and putting pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of next week's crucial Budget announcement.
UK government borrowing soars ahead of budget
UK public finances show higher-than-expected borrowing of £17.4bn in October, creating a major challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves' upcoming budget statement. Read the full analysis.
Mandelson Under Investigation for Public Urination
Lord Peter Mandelson faces a £300 fine after being caught urinating in a London street. The former Labour minister cites age-related prostate issues and lack of public facilities as mitigating factors.
Reeves' income tax U-turn stuns ministers and markets
Chancellor Rachel Reeves abandons income tax rise plans, causing government borrowing costs to spike. Discover the political fallout and alternative tax measures now being considered.
Gilt yields surge as Chancellor Reeves abandons income tax rise
UK government borrowing costs jump as Rachel Reeves reportedly scraps income tax hike plans, breaking Labour manifesto pledge. Gilt yields surge in market sell-off ahead of November 26 Budget.
Millions Borrow from Family Amid Cost of Living Crisis
New research reveals millions of UK adults are borrowing from friends and family to cover essential costs. Share your experience with informal lending arrangements.
Gilt Yields Surge on Chancellor's Income Tax U-Turn Reports
Speculation that Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans for an income tax rise sparks a sell-off in UK government bonds, pushing borrowing costs higher. Discover the market reaction and political fallout.
Reeves' Income Tax U-Turn Spooks UK Markets
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to scrap income tax rise plans causes pound to fall and borrowing costs to surge. Discover the market fallout and political implications.
Chinese Officer Hits Spectators, Checks Bike First
A female police officer in China causes public fury after her motorcycle collides with young spectators during a demo. Watch the controversial video and the official response.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Bank of England Holds Rates at 4% - Silver Linings Emerge
The Bank of England maintains interest rates at 4%, but experts see encouraging signs beyond the headline figure. Discover why this decision might signal economic resilience rather than stagnation.
Reeves: Tax Rises Inevitable in Budget Statement
In a stark House of Commons address, Chancellor Rachel Reeves declares tax increases inevitable as Britain faces mounting borrowing costs and economic instability. Get the full breakdown of what this means for your wallet.
Labour faces public sector productivity crisis in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts Britain's public service productivity puzzle as she prepares her debut Budget, with Treasury analysis revealing stagnant output despite soaring employment costs.
Major Credit Score Overhaul Hits UK This Summer
Millions of Brits will see their credit scores transformed as new 'onboarding' rules launch this summer. Discover how this financial revolution affects you.
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