17 h. ago Teachers threaten to go on STRIKE as Rachel Reeves's Budget sparks fears of school cuts after Government vows to prop up councils struggling with spiralling costs of special needs

The National Education Union (NEU) said it will not accept 'the continued underfunding of our schools' or 'another pay cut'.

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18 h. ago Teachers threaten to go on STRIKE as Rachel Reeves' Budget sparks fears of school cuts after Government vows to prop up councils struggling with spiralling costs of special needs

The National Education Union (NEU) said it will not accept 'the continued underfunding of our schools' or 'another pay cut'.

Events

22 h. ago Major hotel chain warns of ‘barrage of rising costs’ from Budget

The hotel group says it is now facing higher staff and tax bills

Events

22 h. ago Betting giants say Budget tax raid will hurt jobs, close bookies and boost black market

Britain's biggest gambling firms have warned the Budget tax raid on the sector will cost jobs, close high street bookies and strengthen illegal black market operators.

Economics

23 h. ago Travelodge warns over raft of cost hikes and Budget pressures

The group is facing higher staff bills, property taxes and a hit from the new tourist tax.

Events

25 h. ago Budget 2025 use our gadget to work out how Rachel Reeves' plan hits your pocket

Analysis after the announcement shows income tax, benefits, pensions impact on normal families in UK

Economics

34 h. ago 'Chilling effect' of briefings on Reeves' Budget cost London jobs, say bosses

'Chilling effect' of briefings on Reeves' Budget cost London jobs, say bosses  London Evening Standard

Economics

36 h. ago 'Chilling effect' of Budget briefings cost London jobs, say bosses as Reeves defends her tax and spend plans

They also warned the Chancellor’s measures would have ‘little to no impact on growth in the round’

Economics

37 h. ago Schools could face 'catastrophic' squeeze from special needs costs in Budget shakeup

Schools could face a 4.9 per cent drop in funding following a Government pledge to absorb special needs overspend, the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has warned.

Economics

37 h. ago Budget ‘missed opportunity’ to tackle rising cost of living – O’Neill

Northern Ireland’s First Minister said instead of ‘real action’ to bring down bills, many will now face higher tax bills in the year ahead.

Economics

40 h. ago Rachel Reeves says budget will cut living costs after shock OBR leak

Chancellor unveils action on energy bills, rail fares and two-child benefit cap as she reveals £26bn tax risesHow does freezing tax thresholds affect your tax bill?Budget 2025: key points at a glanceRachel Reeves has declared her budget will slash living costs for millions including ending the two-child benefit limit and cutting energy bills, but taxes are set to soar by £26bn to plug a gaping shortfall in the public finances.Major measures in the budget leaked early in a shock accidental release by the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR), triggering an instant bond market reaction an hour before the chancellor was on her feet in the House of Commons. After months of speculation, Reeves said her measures would put the public finances on a sustainable path while building “a fairer, a stronger, a more secure Britain” by tackling inflation and investing in large infrastructure projects. Continue reading...

Economics

42 h. ago Schools face 'catastrophic' squeeze from special needs costs in Budget shakeup

Today's Budget revealed from 2028-29, funding for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will be moved from councils to the Department for Education.

Economics

43 h. ago Autumn Budget 2025 confirmed tax changes that will affect your money

The Chancellor has introduced a series of different taxes at the Budget today

Economics

43 h. ago So much for cutting the benefits bill: Cost of welfare to soar by an extra £16 billion, Budget reveals after Reeves surrendered over two

The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) said that Ms Reeves' decision to ease the limit on how many children parents are given money for would add £3.1billion to the bill on its own.

Economics

43 h. ago Digital ID card scheme set to cost a staggering £1.8billion, budget watchdog reveals for first time

Labour's Digital ID cards will cost taxpayers a staggering £1.8billion, Britain's economic watchdog has revealed for the first time.

Economics

43 h. ago DWP PIP, Universal Credit Budget 2025 Rachel Reeves payments rise

Chancellor unveiled a £15 billion benefits spending spree in Wednesday's Budget, with payments boosted and the two child beenfit cap abolished

Economics

43 h. ago Budget 2025: Energy bills cut by £150 in bid to ease cost of living crisis

Fuel bills have soared in recent years in the wake of Russia's illegal invasion of Ukraine.

Economics

44 h. ago Autumn Budget 2025 key announcements made by Rachel Reeves as details leaked early

The Autumn Budget was delivered today, November 26 by Rachel Reeves

Politics

44 h. ago Budget 2025 live: Income tax thresholds to be frozen for three years in budget, OBR leak indicates

Forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility were accidentally published before Rachel Reeves gives her statementUK borrowing costs fall after early release of budget forecasts – business liveCould you do better than Reeves? Play our gamePaul Nowak, the TUC general secretary, has rejected the concerns raised by the Resolution Foundation (see 9.54am) about the rise in the minimum wage rates. Asked about the thinktank’s comments, Nowak told Times Radio:I don’t accept those concerns ...First of all, that recommendation is based on the Low Pay Commission, which brings together employers, unions, independent experts, they’re tasked with making a recommendation on the minimum wage, which balances getting money into people’s pockets and the impact on unemployment. Continue reading...

Economics

46 h. ago Borrowing costs rise as bond markets brace for Budget turmoil

The cost of government borrowing rose amid fears the Chancellor will not take the tough decisions required to put Britain's creaking finances on a stable footing.

Economics