Third abandoned London sibling set for adoption
A judge has paved the way for the adoption of Baby Elsa, the third sibling abandoned in East London. Police say their exhaustive search for the parents has been unsuccessful. Read the full story.
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Newham Council Tax Rise Reduced After Fair Funding Review
Newham residents avoid a 9% council tax hike after a government funding review. The rise is now set at 4.99%, but cuts to services and increased fees are still planned. Read the full budget details.
Farage: 'Serious thought' to scrapping budget watchdog OBR
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says he is considering abolishing the Office for Budget Responsibility, calling it a 'Blairite-style quango'. Labour warns of 'fiscal recklessness'.
Spring Budget 2026 Date Announced for 3 March
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The update follows controversy over November's budget and ongoing economic concerns. Read the full details.
Reeves' Spring Budget Date Announced for March 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Spring Forecast on 3 March 2026. The Treasury confirms one major fiscal event per year amid economic concerns and past budget controversy.
East London primary school to close due to falling pupil numbers
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
Myefo reveals £36.8bn deficit as Chalmers battles spending
Treasurer Jim Chalmers unveils a multi-billion pound budget improvement, yet the deficit is set to nearly quadruple. Discover the fiscal challenges and government savings outlined in the midyear update.
Decision on 500-year-old boarded-up London pub due
The future of The Old Spotted Dog Inn, a Grade II-listed pub vacant since 2004, will be decided by Newham councillors. Plans include restoration and new flats.
Police 'Increasingly Worried' for Missing East London Boy
Met Police issue urgent appeal to find 12-year-old Yafee, missing from Newham since Thursday evening. Last seen in school uniform near Plaistow Park. Call 999 if seen.
OBR in Crisis: Is the UK's Budget Watchdog Fit for Purpose?
After leaks and a resignation, the Office for Budget Responsibility faces existential questions. We examine its role, accuracy, and whether it still serves the public interest. Read the full analysis.
UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
FCA won't probe Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings
The Financial Conduct Authority has rejected calls for an immediate investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings but will review a Treasury leak inquiry. Full story on the market manipulation claims.
Treasury inquiry into budget leaks gets underway
The Treasury has launched a formal inquiry into the unprecedented leaks that marred the run-up to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's autumn budget. Discover the fallout and political accusations.
Tom Harwood: The Simple Way to 'Abolish' the OBR
GB News's Tom Harwood argues the Office for Budget Responsibility's power stems from government borrowing. The solution? Run a surplus and render the fiscal watchdog irrelevant.
OBR Chief's Departure Eases Pressure on Chancellor Reeves
The surprise resignation of the OBR's chair offers Chancellor Rachel Reeves temporary relief from fiscal scrutiny, but experts warn the underlying economic challenges remain. Discover the implications for UK economic policy.
OBR Chief Resigns Amid Budget Scandal, Pressure on Reeves
OBR chair Richard Hughes resigns after budget document leak. Chancellor Rachel Reeves and PM Keir Starmer defend their economic plans amid growing political pressure. Read the full analysis.
OBR official criticises pre-budget leaks for causing damage
OBR's Prof David Miles tells MPs that pre-budget leaks spread damaging misconceptions, contradicting government briefings and potentially harming economic growth. Read the full hearing details.
Reeves Denies Misleading Public Over Budget Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends her budget tax rises, denying she misled the public over OBR forecasts. Timeline reveals key details of the fiscal standoff.
Starmer Binds Himself to Chancellor Reeves Amid Budget Fallout
Keir Starmer defends Rachel Reeves, revealing he considered an income tax manifesto breach. Analysis shows the budget was driven by political survival, not ambition. Read the full story.
Reeves Accused of Misleading on OBR Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces accusations of misrepresenting OBR economic forecasts to justify tax rises. Keir Starmer defends his chancellor as the autumn budget looms.
OBR chair quits over early budget release
Richard Hughes, chair of the Office for Budget Responsibility, has resigned following an investigation into the premature publication of Rachel Reeves's budget. Read the full report.
Budget watchdog chief quits over accidental leak
The head of the Office for Budget Responsibility has stepped down after forecasts were published 40 minutes before the Chancellor's speech, causing uproar in Parliament. Read the full story.
OBR calls budget leak 'worst failure' in its history
The UK's budget watchdog says a pre-budget leak was its worst failure in 15 years, blaming leadership and weak IT security. Read the full investigation findings.
OBR report leaked twice due to staff technical errors
The OBR's fiscal report was leaked before the Budget due to technical errors, marking its 'worst failure' in 15 years. The watchdog pledges major changes to its publication process.
Investigation: OBR Leadership Responsible for Budget Leak
An inquiry finds the premature release of Rachel Reeves's budget was due to OBR leadership failures, not foreign cyber activity. Get the latest updates.
PM Starmer denies misleading public on budget finances
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer rejects claims he misled the public on the UK's public finances ahead of the budget, citing a £16bn OBR productivity review. Read the full story.
PM and Chancellor questioned over budget 'black hole' claims
Pressure mounts on Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves as a new podcast probes whether they exaggerated the budget deficit to justify tax rises. Plus, EU defence talks stall and OBR head in the spotlight.
Man dies following street fight in east London
Franklin Francis, 56, described as a 'loving and kind' man, has died after a violent altercation in Forest Gate. Two men arrested. Police reassure community.
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Newham man killed in Forest Gate named as Franklin Francis
Franklin Francis, 56, died after a fight in Palmerston Road, Forest Gate. Two men arrested as police reassure the community. Call 101 with information.
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