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OBR Budget Leak: Former Spook Leads Probe

The OBR's entire Budget forecast was published online 40 minutes early. Ex-security chief Ciaran Martin is now investigating the serious breach. Read the full details.

OBR Leaks Budget 40 Minutes Early, Sparks Investigation

The Office for Budget Responsibility accidentally published its full budget analysis online 40 minutes before the Chancellor's speech, moving markets and prompting a major inquiry. Discover the full story behind the breach.

Labour's Budget: Gains for Families, Cuts Looming

Rachel Reeves' first budget lifts 350,000 children from poverty but faces OBR warnings of future Osborne-style cuts. Analysis of the fiscal strategy and its impact on public services.

Reeves' Budget Speech Delivers No Surprises

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget speech contained no surprises after policy leaks. The OBR accidentally published the full budget online before delivery. Read analysis.

Budget 2025: How Your Finances Are Affected

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has unveiled the 2025 Budget. Discover how her announcements on Wednesday 26 November impact your personal finances with our interactive calculator.

Autumn Budget 2025: Rachel Reeves' Tax Plans Revealed

Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers Autumn Budget with major tax changes expected. Watch live at 12:30pm as Labour faces crucial economic test. Full analysis of property, pension and income tax measures.

Albanese in last-ditch talks to save nature laws

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese intervenes directly in negotiations to rescue Labor's environmental reforms as Greens consider 11th-hour compromise deal before parliament's final sitting day.

Lidl's £27 Christmas dinner for four shocks London

A journalist put Lidl's festive range to the test, buying a full Christmas dinner for four people. The final bill of just £27.09 for turkey, all the trimmings, pudding and fizz delivered a stunning budget victory.

Reeves' 'Hokey Cokey' Budget Targets £20bn Shortfall

Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares a heavily-leaked budget addressing a £20bn financial hole through tax threshold freezes, potential mansion taxes, and cost of living relief. Will it satisfy Labour MPs?

Ben Jennings' 2025 Rachel Reeves Budget Cartoon

Political cartoonist Ben Jennings delivers sharp commentary on Rachel Reeves' 2025 budget through his latest Guardian illustration. Explore the visual critique of UK economic policy.

Bar Council Warns Against Jury Trial Overhaul

Bar Council chair Barbara Mills argues proposed crown court reforms risk constitutional change without evidence. The government should first fix existing inefficiencies plaguing the justice system.

Reeves Under Pressure for Wealth Tax in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves promises to address cost of living crisis while facing calls from political rivals to implement wealth taxes. Autumn budget expected to include tax threshold freezes.

UK's Biggest Immigration Shake-Up in 50 Years

The UK government unveils its most sweeping immigration reforms in decades, doubling settlement wait times and overhauling asylum rules. Discover how these changes will affect millions.

Labour's asylum plans threaten human rights

Labour's proposed asylum reforms face fierce criticism for undermining Britain's commitment to human rights and refugee protection. Experts warn these changes could violate international law.

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