2 hours ago Rise in bailout requests ‘likely’ as councils warn of bankruptcy threat

The number of councils applying for Government financial support is expected to rise significantly without an improved funding settlement.

Events

9 hours ago Swinney refuses to rule out freeze on tax thresholds in Scottish budget

The First Minister said he would not comment on what would be in the upcoming budget but added that investment in public services was vital.

Economics

11 hours ago Tax on high earners ruled out as Rachel Reeves looks to plug £40bn Budget black hole

Sources close to the chancellor issue clarification after minister refuses six times to say whether Britons on six-figure salaries count as ‘working people’

Economics

17 hours ago Here comes the Budget pain! From a 'tax on jobs' to raiding your pension pot and freezing thresholds AGAIN

Fears are mounting that Rachel Reeves will impose one of the biggest tax hikes in history at the Budget.

Economics

17 hours ago Budget 2024 latest: Angela Rayner ‘handed £1bn budget boost for housing revolution’

Speculation is mounting ahead of 30 October

Economics

18 hours ago Budget tax hit fears for £100,000+ earners as minister won’t say they are Labour’s ‘working people’

The stance will fuel fears that London could be heavily impacted by the Budget due to be delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on October 30

Economics

18 hours ago Budget 2024: What taxes will Labour chancellor Rachel Reeves hike in announcement?

Increases in National Insurance for employers, inheritance tax, capital gains tax and stamp duty are expected in the Budget on October 30

Economics

20 hours ago Labour insists Holyrood set for public spending boost despite £40bn Budget gap

A Scottish Labour minister has insisted Rachel Reeves’ Budget next week will see a boost to public spending for the SNP government.

Economics