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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.
Shadow Chancellor criticises FCA for not investigating Treasury
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride criticises the FCA for not probing Treasury Budget leaks, warning of a dangerous precedent. Read the full details of the political row.
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.
Reeves' chess champion claim disputed by former title holder
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces claims she 'made up' a chess championship win. Sky News analysis examines the row over her junior title and the political fallout. Read the full story.
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.
Bertrand Russell's maths quote applies to UK fiscal forecasts
A university professor invokes Bertrand Russell's famous definition of mathematics to critique the uncertainty of the UK's five-year fiscal headroom forecasts. Read the latest letters to the editor.
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 hits back at 'misconceptions' in Treasury briefings
OBR economist David Miles defends watchdog's transparency after Treasury briefings suggested £10bn fiscal swing. He calls reports 'damaging' and sets the record straight. Read the full details.
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.
OBR vs Treasury: Ministers' Fiscal 'Theatre of Errors'
The Treasury is accused of undermining the OBR's forecasts, creating a 'theatre of errors' that risks UK economic stability. Read our analysis of the fiscal rules clash.
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.
Reeves faces budget row over deficit claims timeline
Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends budget amid deepening controversy as OBR reveals earlier knowledge of improved finances. Follow live updates on this political storm.
Reeves accused of misleading public on budget deficit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn 'black hole' as OBR reveals £4.2bn surplus before budget tax rises. Full analysis of the political fallout.
Reeves accused of misleading public on budget deficit
Chancellor Rachel Reeves fights claims she misled the public about a £30bn black hole before Budget 2025, as OBR data reveals a £4.2bn surplus. Read the full investigation.
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Discover 23 budget-friendly gifts under £10 that deliver exceptional value. Perfect for Secret Santa, stocking fillers, and thoughtful presents without breaking the bank.
FCA pressed to investigate Treasury Budget briefings
SNP demands FCA investigation into Treasury's £20bn fiscal hole claims as OBR reveals no shortfall existed. Read the latest on Budget controversy.
OBR Challenges Treasury's Account of Budget Tax Decision
The Office for Budget Responsibility reveals Rachel Reeves knew about improved forecasts weeks before dropping income tax rise, contradicting Treasury claims. Read the full investigation.
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