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36 Flood Warnings as Wet Weather Hits UK
The Met Office warns of disruptive weather with 36 flood warnings across the UK. Heavy rain and strong winds forecast from Sunday, with further disruption likely next week.
Labour's secret talks on rejoining EU customs union
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government holds informal discussions on rejoining the EU customs union to boost economic growth, with GDP potentially rising 2.2%.
Lloyds boss says capital rules are slowing UK growth
Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn argues post-crisis deleveraging has hampered the UK economy. The Bank of England has now eased capital rules, citing robust bank strength.
London's White Christmas Forecast: Snow Predicted for 25 Dec
AccuWeather's long-range forecast hints at rare snowfall in London on Christmas Day 2025 and New Year's Day. Get the latest details and what it means for the capital.
OECD warns UK tax and spending policies will slow consumption
The OECD forecasts UK growth will outpace major EU economies in 2025, but warns household budgets will be squeezed by fiscal policy, limiting consumer spending. Read the full analysis.
4 Million Children Impacted by Family Economic Abuse
New research exposes how perpetrators steal children's money and control family finances, affecting millions. The government is urged to act. Read the full report.
London Christmas weather verdict: No snow expected
The Met Office's long-range forecast for London suggests a wet start to December with no snow predicted for Christmas. Mid-month may bring milder conditions. Get the full outlook.
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.
Snow forecast for London on Christmas Day 2025
AccuWeather's long-range forecast hints at rare snowfall in London on Christmas Day and New Year's Day 2026. Could this be the first white Christmas since 2010?
UK 2026 Growth Forecast Slashed to 1% by KPMG
KPMG forecasts UK GDP growth will slow to 1% in 2026, with unemployment rising to 5.2%. Business surveys reveal deepening pessimism across services and manufacturing sectors.
Black Friday footfall down 7.2% amid economic fears
UK high street visits fell sharply on Black Friday as cost of living pressures bite. New data and KPMG report warn weak consumer spending will curb 2026 growth. Read the full analysis.
Business Confidence Hits 5-Year Low After Budget
A major survey reveals business confidence has dropped to its lowest level since April 2020 following the recent Budget, with investment and hiring intentions in sharp decline. Read the full analysis.
Starmer: Labour's economic plan will take years
PM Keir Starmer hits back at budget critics, insisting Rachel Reeves was right to impose £26bn tax rises. Labour promises long-term economic renewal plan.
Starmer's Budget: Welfare Reform & Economic Growth
PM Keir Starmer defends Budget decisions, outlining welfare system reforms and a £250bn industrial strategy to boost growth and lower living costs for Britons.
Chancellor's Growth Budget Faces Fiscal Questions
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' first budget targets economic growth through business investment and planning reforms, but questions remain about fiscal responsibility. Read our analysis.
Labour's 2025 Budget: A High-Stakes Election Gamble
Analysis of the 2025 Budget reveals Chancellor's risky bet on economic growth ahead of the next general election. Will Labour's fiscal plans pay off? Read the full breakdown.
Reeves defends budget as working people face tax rise
Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits working people will pay more tax but defends budget choices. Read her full response to critics and economic forecasts.
Budget Leak Exposes £25bn Tax Rise & Economic Slowdown
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget leaked before Commons speech, revealing record tax burden hitting 38.3% of GDP to fund £70bn welfare increase. Discover the full economic impact.
Reeves' 2025 Budget Inflames Britain's Economic Mood
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' second budget statement has intensified Britain's economic concerns with multiple tax rises and reduced growth forecasts, failing to deliver promised stability.
OBR: UK finances vulnerable despite budget measures
The Office for Budget Responsibility warns Rachel Reeves's budget leaves public finances exposed to future shocks despite increased financial buffer. Growth forecasts downgraded.
Rachel Reeves' 2025 Budget: Tax Rises & Fallout
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a budget taking taxes to a record high amid economic growth downgrades. Listen to the full analysis on the Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast.
Rachel Reeves' Budget: Key Tax Reforms and Child Poverty
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' budget abolishes two-child benefit cap, introduces mansion tax and sparks debate on wealth inequality. Expert panel analysis on economic impact.
Budget Leaked Early in OBR Technical Error
Rachel Reeves' autumn Budget details revealed prematurely as OBR publishes forecasts early. Growth downgraded and tax rises confirmed ahead of Chancellor's statement.
£750m Marlow Film Studios approved by ministers
Labour government greenlights major £750m Hollywood-style film studio in Buckinghamshire, creating 4000 jobs and signalling pro-growth planning policy shift.
London faces nearly 2 weeks of continuous rain
London prepares for 12 consecutive days of rainfall from November 28 to December 9, with temperatures remaining mild. Stay updated with the full forecast.
London's December Snow Forecast Revealed
London is set for three days of snow in December, with flurries forecast for the 12th, 13th, and 29th. Discover the detailed outlook for the capital's wintry weather.
Reeves Faces £700m Fish vs Energy Crisis Decision
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must decide on nuclear reforms that could slash energy bills or maintain costly bureaucracy spending £700m annually to protect a single fish.
Budget 2025: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers high-stakes Budget with stamp duty scrapped for new listings but a dozen tax rises. Growth forecasts remain bleak. Join our live analysis.
Economists criticise Reeves' Budget amid £20bn OBR downgrade
Rachel Reeves faces Budget scrutiny as senior economists question her fiscal strategy ahead of expected tax rises. Discover why experts claim productivity warnings were ignored.
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