Chancellor Rachel Reeves must choose between breaking Labour's tax pledge or maintaining unsustainable pension triple lock as Britain's debt interest hits £111bn. The Budget decision awaits.
Examining why a 1% wealth tax on the super-rich falls short of addressing Britain's deep-rooted inequality problems. Discover what structural changes are truly needed for economic fairness.
New data reveals a sharp fall in UK consumer confidence amid tax hike fears, while the jobs market shows fragile signs of recovery. London's DLR extension gets a £1.7bn boost. Read the full analysis.
New Which? research shows bank loyalty rarely pays. Discover the 6 top-rated current accounts for 2025 to maximise cashback, perks, and rewards. Switch and save today!
Retired consultant reveals junior doctors worked 80-100 hour weeks for 'pittance' as current strikes continue. Read why decades of being 'cheap labour' fuels NHS discontent.
Sir Keir Starmer refuses to rule out extending the income tax threshold freeze, a move that could see Britons pay more tax. Read the latest budget speculation.
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, yet accelerating food prices pose a major challenge for the Bank of England and continue to strain household budgets.
As UK temperatures plummet to -7°C, see if you're eligible for a £25 DWP Cold Weather Payment. Use the official postcode checker to claim your cash boost.
Learn how new CPR and defibrillator questions in the 2026 driving theory test aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rates across the UK. Get prepared now.
A parliamentary petition demanding double tax allowance for pensioners has reached 11,959 signatures, forcing government response. Campaigners warn frozen thresholds could tax state pensioners.
UK inflation falls to 3.6% in October, signalling potential interest rate cuts. Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares budget measures to accelerate price drops as Bank of England remains divided.
With one week until the budget, Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces tough tax decisions to fix the public finances. Listen to the Politics at Sam and Anne's podcast for expert analysis.
UK inflation eased to 3.6% in October, marking the first decline in five months. The drop comes ahead of Rachel Reeves's crucial budget statement. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a crucial market credibility test following pre-Budget chaos and £40bn business tax hikes. Will her u-turn trigger a gilt yield surge? Analysis inside.
The World Health Organization projects a 22% workforce reduction by 2026 following the US withdrawal under Trump. Explore the impact on global health.
Metro readers clash over whether taxing the wealthy effectively raises revenue as Labour faces tough fiscal choices. Join the debate on tax policy and immigration.
City investor David Zahn warns bond yields could spike if Rachel Reeves' budget disappoints, potentially forcing a second fiscal statement. Key dates: 26 November budget.
Discover how a Glasgow mother transformed £15,000 credit card debt into a savings and investment strategy to build generational wealth for her children.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK and Kemi Badenoch's Conservatives intensify pressure on Labour with £72bn spending cut demands ahead of crucial Budget. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers a bank surcharge hike despite competitiveness fears. The Budget U-turn follows record £50.3bn bank profits. Discover the implications.
Exclusive analysis from Politics At Sam And Anne's podcast reveals growing concerns as the Prime Minister's overseas trips coincide with Whitehall budget tensions. Listen now for insider political insights.
Dozens of Australian schools closed after asbestos found in children's play sand. Border Force now classifies sensory play products as high-risk. Learn what parents need to know.
Sport England urges investment in community sport, revealing a £4.38 return for every £1 spent. The Autumn Budget could unlock billions in healthcare savings and productivity gains.
Did the chancellor pull off an extraordinary move to ease borrowing costs? Explore the analysis behind the income tax U-turn and its impact on the UK budget. Read the full story.
Campaigners urge Rachel Reeves to consider a 2% tax on assets over £10m, raising £25bn annually for the NHS, education and infrastructure. A fair solution?
Over 70 schools closed due to asbestos-contaminated play sand. Learn about the recalled products, health risks, and official safety advice for parents.
Former Bank of England chief Andy Haldane warns daily tax rise speculation is causing businesses and consumers to 'hunker down', stifling growth. Read his urgent call for reform.
An inquest has opened into the death of nine-month-old Jonte William Bluck, who died from a compressive head injury after an XL bully attack in Monmouthshire. Follow the latest developments.
Former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane condemns the government's 'repeated mistakes' ahead of the Budget 2025, arguing the process is 'sucking all life' from the economy. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to extend the income tax threshold freeze until 2030, pulling more workers into higher tax bands. Discover what this 'fiscal drag' means for your take-home pay.