6 hours ago See off ‘uncertainty’ over Ukraine by seizing frozen assets, MP urges minister

Helen Maguire urged Defence Secretary John Healey to quickly repurpose frozen assets to bolster Ukraine’s war chest.

Politics

8 hours ago What is inheritance tax and what changes could Rachel Reeves make to it in the autumn Budget?

The chancellor may be forced to increase taxes to reduce the shortfall in government spending and pay for public services

Economics

11 hours ago IMF gives UK economy another big upgrade admitting growth will be more than DOUBLE its initial prediction at 1.1% this year

The IMF now expects GDP to expand by 1.1 per cent, welcoming the improving inflation picture.

Politics

11 hours ago Warning issued over 'serious' impact of rumoured inheritance tax changes in Rachel Reeves' budget

Family farms could be seriously impacted if there are changes to inheritance tax rules

Events

11 hours ago Budget 2024: Boost for Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves as IMF ramps up economic growth forecast for Britain

The leading economists increased their prediction for GDP growth in the UK in 2024 from 0.7 per cent to 1.1 per cent

Economics

11 hours ago Budget 2024 latest: Huge boost for Reeves as IMF growth forecast rises after inflation battle ‘largely won’

Chancellor responds to fresh prediction for the economy ahead of 30 October statement

Economics

12 hours ago Budget 2024: Which taxes will Chancellor Rachel Reeves raise in the Budget?

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

Economics

13 hours ago Rachel Reeves says cabinet 'united' on budget after ministers settle spending plans

The Chancellor was reportedly locked in negotiations with some ministers until last week as she sought £40 billion of tax rises and spending cuts ahead of the announcement on October 30

Politics

15 hours ago Budget 2024: Public sector pay rise row as borrowing hits £80 billion in blow to Rachel Reeves

Public sector net borrowing in the first half of the financial year rose to £79.6 billion, according to the ONS

Economics