Chancellor Rachel Reeves is facing intense pressure to resign following explosive allegations that she misled the nation about the state of the UK's public finances in the run-up to her first Budget.
Fiscal Watchdog's Extraordinary Revelation
In a dramatic development, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) publicly disclosed that it had informed the Chancellor months ago that there was no hole in the public finances. This revelation directly contradicts the dire economic warnings Ms Reeves repeatedly issued ahead of Wednesday's crucial Budget statement.
Despite receiving this information, the Chancellor continued to paint a bleak picture of the nation's economic health. She even suggested the possibility of an income tax hike during an unprecedented early-morning speech, while simultaneously planning what critics have dubbed her 'Benefits Street Budget' - a major welfare giveaway.
Conservatives Demand Chancellor's Dismissal
The OBR's disclosure has triggered a furious political backlash. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch stated unequivocally that the revelation proved Ms Reeves had 'lied to the public' and demanded she should be sacked from her position immediately.
The controversy has ignited a fierce debate about the Chancellor's credibility and future in government. The situation represents a significant challenge for the new administration, raising serious questions about its economic transparency so early in its term.
Your Voice Matters in Daily Mail Poll
As the political storm intensifies, the Daily Mail is giving readers the opportunity to have their say on the Chancellor's position through its latest poll of the day.
This follows yesterday's poll which asked: 'Should Brits be able to sue for unfair dismissal from their first day in the job?' The results showed overwhelming opposition to the idea, with 95% of more than 20,000 voters responding 'no', while just 5% supported the proposal.
